Growing of pome fruits and stone fruits

NACE v2.1 Code: A01.24

About growing of pome fruits and stone fruits

NACE code 01.24 covers the growing of pome fruits, such as apples and pears, as well as stone fruits, including peaches, plums, and cherries. This industry plays a vital role in the global food supply chain, providing essential fresh produce to consumers worldwide. As a key component of the broader agricultural sector, the growing of pome and stone fruits contributes significantly to national and regional economies, generating employment and supporting the livelihoods of farmers and associated businesses.

Production process

The production of pome and stone fruits involves a range of techniques, including orchard management, pruning, pest and disease control, and harvesting. Growers carefully select and cultivate the appropriate fruit tree varieties for their local climate and soil conditions. Careful monitoring and timely interventions are necessary to ensure optimal fruit quality and yield throughout the growing season.

Production inputs

The growing of pome and stone fruits requires a variety of inputs, including fertile soil, water for irrigation, and specialized agricultural machinery and equipment. Growers also rely on high-quality seedlings or grafted trees, as well as fertilizers and pesticides to maintain the health and productivity of their orchards. Additionally, labor is a crucial input, with skilled workers required for tasks such as pruning, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the growing of pome and stone fruits industry are the fresh fruits themselves, which are then distributed and sold to consumers through various channels, including 46.31 Wholesale of fruit and vegetables and 47.11 Retail sale in non-specialised stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating. These fruits may also be used as inputs for other industries, such as 10.39 Other processing and preserving of fruit and vegetables, where they are processed into juices, jams, and other products.

Revisions to 01.24

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 01.24. The most recent 1 version of this code (01.24) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 01.24.

Family tree for growing of pome fruits and stone fruits

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A'>A: AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY AND FISHING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01'>01: Crop and animal production, hunting and related service activities</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/2'>01.2: Growing of perennial crops</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/24'>01.24: Growing of pome fruits and stone fruits</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/21'>01.21: Growing of grapes</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/22'>01.22: Growing of tropical and subtropical fruits</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/23'>01.23: Growing of citrus fruits</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/25'>01.25: Growing of other tree and bush fruits and nuts</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/26'>01.26: Growing of oleaginous fruits</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/27'>01.27: Growing of beverage crops</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/28'>01.28: Growing of spices, aromatic, drug and pharmaceutical crops</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/A/01/29'>01.29: Growing of other perennial crops</a>"]

    

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