NAICS 115112 - Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in performing a soil preparation activity or crop production service, such as plowing, fertilizing, seed bed preparation, planting, cultivating, and crop protecting services.
Industry trends:
The Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating industry (NAICS 115112) has been observing several significant qualitative trends. One of the prominent trends is the increased adoption of precision agriculture technologies such as GPS mapping, soil sensors, and autonomous machinery. These technologies enable farmers to optimize their soil management and planting strategies, leading to higher yields and more sustainable practices.
Sustainable and organic farming practices are also gaining momentum. With consumers becoming more environmentally conscious, there's a rising demand for organic produce, pushing farmers to adopt soil preparation and cultivation methods that minimize chemical usage and promote soil health.
Moreover, there's a growing interest in regenerative agriculture, which focuses on rehabilitating and enhancing the entire ecosystem of the farm. Practices such as cover cropping, reduced tillage, and diverse crop rotations are being increasingly incorporated to improve soil health and carbon sequestration.
Looking forward, the near future is likely to see further advancements in agri-tech innovations, including AI and machine learning applications for predictive analysis and efficient resource management. Additionally, climate change concerns will continue to drive the shift towards more resilient and adaptive farming methods. Overall, the industry is set to become more technologically driven and environmentally sustainable.
This industry is comprised of:
Aerial dusting or spraying (i.e., using specialized or dedicated aircraft)
Bracing of orchard trees and vines
Chemical treatment of soil for crops
Citrus grove cultivation services
Crop dusting
Crop spraying
Cultivation services
Detasseling corn
Disease control for crops
Dusting crops
Entomological service, agricultural
Fertilizer application for crops
Hoeing
Insect control for crops
Orchard cultivation services (e.g., bracing, planting, pruning, removal, spraying, surgery)
Pest control services, agricultural
Planting crops
Plowing
Pollinating
Pruning of orchard trees and vines
Seed bed preparing
Seeding crops
Spraying crops
Spreading lime for crops
Surgery on trees and vines
Thinning of crops, mechanical and chemical
Transplanting services
Vineyard cultivation services
Weed control services for crops
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