Hunting, trapping and related service activities

NACE code 01.70 covers a diverse range of activities related to the hunting, trapping, and provision of related services. This industry plays a vital role in managing wildlife populations, providing sustainable sources of food and materials, and supporting the livelihoods of those engaged in these activities. While often overlooked, the hunting and trapping industry is an integral part of the broader agricultural and natural resource management sectors, contributing to the overall health and balance of ecosystems.

The main production techniques in this industry involve the use of various hunting and trapping methods, such as the use of firearms, traps, snares, and other specialized equipment. Hunters and trappers must possess a deep understanding of animal behavior, habitats, and migration patterns to effectively and responsibly carry out their activities. Additionally, the industry relies on the development and maintenance of infrastructure, such as hunting preserves, wildlife management areas, and transportation networks, to facilitate the collection and distribution of the harvested resources.

The key inputs required for the hunting, trapping, and related service activities industry include firearms, traps, snares, and other specialized hunting and trapping equipment. Additionally, the industry relies on access to natural habitats and wildlife populations, as well as the necessary permits and licenses to legally engage in these activities. The industry also requires skilled labor, including experienced hunters, trappers, and wildlife management professionals, to ensure the sustainable and responsible harvesting of resources.

The primary outputs of the hunting, trapping, and related service activities industry include a variety of wild game, such as deer, elk, boar, and various small mammals and birds. These outputs can be used for food, as well as for the production of leather, fur, and other materials. The industry's outputs may be consumed by a range of other NACE codes, including 10.11 Processing and preserving of meat, 15.11 Tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur, and 47.23 Retail sale of fish, crustaceans and molluscs in specialized stores, among others.