Hunting, trapping and related service activities

NACE code 01.70 covers a diverse range of activities related to the hunting, trapping, and provision of associated services. This industry plays a vital role in the management and conservation of wildlife populations, as well as the supply of raw materials for various downstream industries. While the scale of operations can vary significantly, from small-scale subsistence activities to large commercial enterprises, the sector as a whole contributes to the broader economy through the provision of employment, revenue generation, and the sustainable utilization of natural resources.

The key production techniques within the hunting, trapping, and related service activities industry involve the use of specialized equipment and methods to locate, capture, and process wildlife. This can include the use of traps, snares, firearms, and other tools to selectively harvest target species. In many cases, these activities are also accompanied by the provision of related services, such as the management of wildlife habitats, the monitoring of population dynamics, and the enforcement of hunting regulations.

The main inputs required for the hunting, trapping, and related service activities industry include a range of specialized equipment and tools, such as firearms, traps, and vehicles. Additionally, the industry relies on access to natural habitats and wildlife populations, which necessitates the management and conservation of these resources. Labor, both skilled and unskilled, is another critical input, as the industry requires personnel to carry out the various tasks associated with hunting, trapping, and related service provision.

The primary outputs of the hunting, trapping, and related service activities industry include the harvested wildlife, which can be used as raw materials for a variety of downstream industries, such as 10.11 Processed and preserved meat, 15.11 Tanned and dressed leather, and 32.99 Other manufacturing n.e.c.. Additionally, the industry may provide services, such as wildlife management and conservation, to other NACE codes, including 02.10 Silviculture and other forestry activities and 91.04 Botanical and zoological gardens and nature reserves activities.