NAICS 111421 - Nursery and Tree Production
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) growing nursery products, nursery stock, shrubbery, bulbs, fruit stock, sod, and so forth, under cover or in open fields and/or (2) growing short rotation woody trees with a growth and harvest cycle of 10 years or less for pulp or tree stock.
Industry trends:
Nursery and tree production under NAICS 111421 is experiencing several notable qualitative trends that emphasize sustainable practices, technological advancements, and consumer preferences. One significant trend is the growing consumer demand for native and pollinator-friendly plants, as environmental awareness increases. This shift is pushing nurseries to diversify their plant offerings to include more eco-friendly options.
Technological integration is another critical trend, with the adoption of precision agriculture tools such as drones and sensors that monitor plant health, soil conditions, and irrigation needs. This technology helps optimize resource use and improves yield quality. The integration of e-commerce is also expanding, providing consumers with greater access to plant products while allowing producers to tap into broader markets.
Forecasts for the near future suggest an accelerated focus on sustainability and climate resilience. We can expect more nurseries adopting organic and regenerative farming practices to meet consumer demand for greener products. Additionally, advancements in biotechnology, such as the development of more resilient plant varieties, will continue to influence the industry. Finally, there's an anticipated increase in the incorporation of smart greenhouse technologies, which use AI and IoT to create more controlled and efficient growing environments.
This industry is comprised of:
Azalea farming
Christmas tree growing
Corms farming
Field nurseries (i.e., growing of flowers and shrubbery)
Flower bulb growing
Fruit stock (e.g., plants, seedlings, trees) growing
Herbaceous perennial growing
Nursery stock growing
Nursery with tree production (except for reforestation)
Preseeded mat farming
Propagation material farming
Rose bush growing
Short rotation woody tree growing (i.e., growing and harvesting cycle ten years or less)
Shrubbery farming
Sod farming
Tissue culture farming
Tree crop farming (except forestry), short rotation growing and harvesting cycle
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