Plant propagation

NACE code 01.30 covers the industry of plant propagation, which is a crucial component of the broader agricultural sector. This industry focuses on the reproduction and cultivation of plants, providing essential inputs for various downstream industries, such as food production, landscaping, and horticulture. The plant propagation industry plays a vital role in ensuring a stable and sustainable supply of plants, contributing to the overall productivity and resilience of the agricultural ecosystem.

The main production techniques used in the plant propagation industry involve the reproduction of plants through various methods, including seed sowing, cuttings, grafting, and tissue culture. These techniques are carefully selected and applied to ensure the efficient and reliable propagation of desired plant varieties. Skilled professionals in this industry carefully monitor and manage the growing conditions, such as temperature, humidity, and nutrient levels, to optimize the growth and development of the plants.

The plant propagation industry requires a range of inputs, including high-quality seeds or plant material, specialized growing media (such as soil, peat, or hydroponics), and various tools and equipment for cultivation, such as greenhouses, irrigation systems, and propagation trays. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, technical expertise, and access to research and development to continuously improve propagation methods and produce healthy, resilient plants.

The primary outputs of the plant propagation industry are young plants, seedlings, and other propagated materials that are then sold to 01.13 Cultivation of vegetables and melons, roots and tubers, 01.11 Growing of cereals and other crops n.e.c., 01.19 Growing of other non-perennial crops, 01.28 Growing of spices, aromatic, drug and pharmaceutical crops, and 01.30 Plant propagation industries, as well as to landscapers, gardeners, and other end-users who require healthy, high-quality plants for their operations.