NAICS 111421 - Nursery and Tree Production
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What is NAICS 111421
NAICS code 111421 covers establishments primarily engaged in the production of nursery products, including nursery stock, shrubbery, bulbs, fruit stock, and sod, grown either under cover or in open fields. This industry also includes businesses cultivating short rotation woody trees with a growth and harvest cycle of 10 years or less, typically used for pulp or tree stock. Companies in this sector focus on the cultivation and propagation of plants that support landscaping, reforestation, and agricultural needs. Government agencies contract for these services to support environmental restoration projects, public landscaping efforts, and sustainable forestry initiatives. These contracts ensure the availability of high-quality nursery stock for parks, highways, and other public lands. The sector plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance, enhancing green infrastructure, and promoting biodiversity through government-funded projects focused on land management and conservation.
Industry Classification for NAICS 111421
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.
Breakdown for NAICS 111421
- Includes the production of nursery products such as shrubs, bulbs, fruit stock, and sod grown in open fields or under cover.
- Covers the cultivation of short rotation woody trees with harvest cycles of 10 years or less, often used for pulp or tree stock.
- Targets businesses engaged in both ornamental plant production and forestry-related plant propagation.
- Supports government projects involving landscaping, reforestation, erosion control, and habitat restoration.
- Small to medium-sized enterprises commonly operate under this code, with size standards based on employee count or annual receipts.
Included Activities for NAICS 111421
- Growing and cultivating nursery plants and trees in controlled or open environments.
- Propagating short rotation woody trees for pulp production or reforestation purposes.
- Supplying sod, shrubbery, bulbs, and fruit stock to government landscaping projects.
- Managing plant health, pest control, and irrigation to ensure quality nursery stock.
- Harvesting and preparing plant materials for delivery to government construction or restoration sites.
- Maintaining inventory and compliance with government specifications for species and quality.
- Coordinating logistics and timely delivery of nursery products to meet contract schedules.
Business Types for NAICS 111421
- Nursery and greenhouse operators specializing in plant propagation.
- Tree farms focused on short rotation woody species cultivation.
- Landscaping suppliers contracted by government entities.
- Environmental restoration and reforestation service providers.
- Sod farms supplying turf for public parks and highways.
Subcategories for NAICS 111421
- 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
- Turf farming
Government Buyers for NAICS 111421
Federal, state, and local government agencies are the primary buyers of nursery and tree production services. Agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service, the Department of Transportation, the Environmental Protection Agency, and state departments of natural resources frequently procure these products to support reforestation, roadside beautification, erosion control, and habitat restoration programs. Municipal governments also contract for sod and shrubbery to maintain public parks and recreational areas. These agencies require reliable suppliers of nursery stock to meet regulatory environmental standards, enhance public spaces, and promote sustainable land use practices, making this sector essential for various public infrastructure and conservation projects.
Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 111421
Contracts in this NAICS sector commonly include fixed-price agreements for bulk plant materials, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts for ongoing supply needs, and task orders under broader environmental restoration or landscaping contracts. Competitive bidding is typical, with government agencies seeking vendors capable of meeting specification standards for plant quality and delivery timelines. Contract sizes vary widely, from small local government purchases of sod and ornamental plants to multi-million dollar federal contracts for large-scale reforestation or reclamation projects. Procurement methods often emphasize sustainability and native species selection, reflecting environmental policy priorities.
Details for NAICS 111421
Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry
| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 11142 | Nursery and Floriculture Production |
| 1114 | Greenhouse, Nursery, and Floriculture Production |
| 111 | Crop Production |
| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 111411 | Mushroom Production |
| 111419 | Other Food Crops Grown Under Cover |
| 111422 | Floriculture Production |
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