The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for agriculture is 11. NAICS is a system used to classify businesses by the type of economy they operate in. The code specifically stands for Agricultural Production. Agricultural Production is the cultivation of land and raising of animals to produce food, fibers, and other products to sustain or enhance the quality of life. It includes all agricultural activities associated with producing crops and livestock, including harvesting and processing of grain, dairy, and other crops, raising livestock, and caring for animals used for breeding, show, riding, or other purposes. It also includes related activities such as production of nursery, sod, ornamental plants, and mushrooms.
Agricultural Farming
Agricultural farming is classified under NAICS code 11 and covers activities that involve the production of crops, the harvesting and processing of grain, dairy and other crops, the raising of livestock, and the care of animals for breeding, show, riding or other purposes. This includes activities such as providing food for human consumption, production of feed for animals and provision of fuel for farming operations. It also includes activities involving the harvesting of timber and related products, the production of nursery, sod and ornamental plants, and the production of mushrooms.
Agricultural Support Services
Agricultural support services, which are specifically designated as NAICS code 11, encompass activities such as providing agricultural services to growers of crops, the preparation and delivery of feed, veterinary care, the production and shipment of soil amendments, the application of inputs and the monitoring of harvest conditions. This includes activities such as custom harvesting of crops, maintaining farm machinery and equipment, processing, storage and marketing of produce, purchase of seeds and other inputs, engineering and consultation services, providing financial services to farm businesses, providing land development support, and providing insurance and legal services to farmers.
Agricultural Production Services, Except Crops
Agricultural production services, except crops, which are designated as NAICS code 11, cover activities related to production and sale of food products, except for the primary production of crops. This includes activities such as packing and shipping of meats and seafood, processing of fruits and vegetables, and production of tropical fruits and nuts. It also includes activities such as production of alcoholic beverages, preparation and packaging of animal feed, and poultry production.
Farm Product Raw Material Merchant Wholesalers
Farm product raw material merchant wholesalers, which are specifically designated as NAICS code 11, encompass activities such as purchasing or supplying unprocessed agricultural products for resale to others. This includes activities such as buying and selling feed grains, grains and hay, feed concentrates and supplements, animal medicated products and fodder, farm supplies and other commodities related to farm production. It also includes activities such as providing storage and warehousing services, providing transportation and logistical services, and providing office and management services.
Agricultural Bulk Commodity Handlers
Agricultural bulk commodity handlers, which are designated as NAICS code 11, encompass activities such as moving and storing bulk grain, feed, and other agricultural commodities. This includes activities such as receiving, handling and storing grain at terminals, elevators and warehouses, and loading and unloading agricultural commodities onto ships and other vessels. It also includes activities such as providing grain grading and inspection services, quality control services, and providing transportation, storage and handling services to meet crop production needs.
Farm Labor Contractors and Crew Leaders
Farm labor contractors and crew leaders, which are specifically designated as NAICS code 11, encompass activities such as providing services to growers related to hiring, supervising and paying farm laborers. This includes activities such as recruiting, hiring and supervising farm laborers, providing transportation and housing to farm workers and coordinating the payment of wages. It also includes activities such as providing workers compensation insurance for farm workers, providing crop health and nutrition services, providing contract harvesting services, and providing agricultural consulting services.
Farm Management Services
Farm management services, which are designated as NAICS code 11, encompass activities such as providing management advice, personnel management and farm financial services to farm operations. This includes activities such as providing advice on crop decisions and agricultural production, providing technical advice and support related to farm management, and providing farm business planning and financial analysis services. It also includes activities such as providing accounting and taxation advice, providing consultation services on agricultural insurance, providing advice on technology and equipment purchases and providing record keeping services.
