Wholesale of live animals

NACE code 46.23 covers the wholesale trade of live animals, a critical component of the agricultural and food supply chain. This industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, facilitating the movement of livestock and other live animals from producers to processors, retailers, and end consumers. The wholesale of live animals is essential for maintaining a stable and efficient food system, ensuring the availability of high-quality animal-based products to meet the demands of both domestic and international markets.

Businesses operating under NACE code 46.23 typically acquire live animals from farms, ranches, and other primary producers. These animals are then transported, housed, and cared for until they are sold to downstream buyers, such as slaughterhouses, meat processors, or livestock markets. Proper handling, feeding, and veterinary care are crucial to maintain the health and well-being of the animals during the wholesale process.

The main inputs required for the wholesale of live animals include the live animals themselves, which are sourced from a variety of agricultural producers. Additionally, businesses in this industry rely on specialized transportation equipment, such as livestock trailers and trucks, to move the animals safely. Feed, water, and veterinary supplies are also essential inputs for maintaining the animals' health and well-being during the wholesale process.

The primary output of the wholesale of live animals (NACE 46.23) is the live animals themselves, which are then sold to downstream industries such as 10.11 Slaughter of animals, 46.32 Wholesale of meat and meat products, and 47.21 Retail sale of meat and meat products. These industries further process the live animals into a variety of meat, dairy, and other animal-based products for consumption by end-users.