Wholesale of grain, unmanufactured tobacco, seeds and animal feeds

NACE code 46.21 covers the wholesale trade of a variety of essential agricultural commodities, including grain, unmanufactured tobacco, seeds, and animal feeds. This industry plays a crucial role in the supply chain, connecting producers with downstream industries and ensuring the availability of these vital raw materials. As a key component of the broader agricultural and food production sectors, the wholesale trade of these goods is a significant contributor to national and global economies.

The wholesale trade of these products typically involves the purchase of goods from primary producers, such as farmers and tobacco growers, and the subsequent distribution to various end-users, including food manufacturers, livestock producers, and retailers. Wholesalers may employ a range of storage, logistics, and transportation methods to ensure the efficient movement of these goods from source to destination.

The main inputs required for this industry include the agricultural commodities themselves, such as grains, tobacco leaves, seeds, and animal feed ingredients. Wholesalers may also rely on storage facilities, transportation equipment, and information technology systems to manage their inventory and distribution operations. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce to handle the procurement, storage, and distribution of these products.

The outputs of this industry are the various agricultural commodities that are distributed to a wide range of downstream industries. These include 10.91 Food for farm animals, 10.61 Manufacture of grain mill products, 12.00 Manufacture of tobacco products, and 46.31 Wholesale of fruit and vegetables. The efficient and reliable supply of these raw materials is essential for the continued operation and growth of these related industries.