NAICS 113210 - Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products
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What is NAICS 113210
NAICS code 113210 covers establishments primarily engaged in the cultivation of trees for reforestation and the gathering of various forest products from natural settings. Businesses operating under this classification grow seedlings and saplings that support reforestation efforts, forest restoration, and land rehabilitation projects. Additionally, they harvest non-timber forest products including gums, barks, balsam needles, rhizomes, fibers, Spanish moss, ginseng, and truffles. These activities are critical in maintaining healthy forest ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, and contributing to sustainable resource management. Government agencies contract these services to meet environmental restoration goals, combat deforestation, and secure sustainable sources of forest-derived natural products.
Industry Classification for NAICS 113210
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) growing trees for reforestation and/or (2) gathering forest products, such as gums, barks, balsam needles, rhizomes, fibers, Spanish moss, ginseng, and truffles.
Breakdown for NAICS 113210
- Includes growing trees primarily for reforestation and restoration projects.
- Encompasses gathering of a variety of non-timber forest products from natural environments.
- Supports government environmental, conservation, and land management initiatives.
- Subject to size standards based on annual receipts and number of employees.
- Involves businesses ranging from small nurseries to larger integrated forestry service providers.
Included Activities for NAICS 113210
- Cultivating tree seedlings for reforestation and afforestation.
- Harvesting gums, barks, and other plant materials from forested areas.
- Collecting specialty forest products such as ginseng, truffles, and Spanish moss.
- Maintaining nurseries and greenhouses for seedling propagation.
- Supplying seedlings and forest products to government restoration projects.
- Monitoring seedling growth and quality control.
- Implementing sustainable harvesting and collection methods.
- Coordinating logistics for delivery of seedlings and raw forest materials.
Business Types for NAICS 113210
- Forest nurseries specializing in seedling production.
- Harvesters of non-timber forest products.
- Environmental restoration contractors.
- Natural resource management firms.
- Specialty plant and forest product suppliers.
Subcategories for NAICS 113210
- Aromatic wood gathering
- Balsam needles gathering
- Bark gathering
- Cherry gum, gathering
- Chestnut gum, gathering
- Forest nurseries for reforestation, growing trees
- Gathering of forest products (e.g., barks, gums, needles, seeds)
- Gathering, extracting, and selling tree seeds
- Ginseng gathering
- Gum (i.e., forest product) gathering
- Harvesting berries or nuts from native and non-cultivated plants
- Hemlock gum gathering
- Huckleberry greens, gathering of
- Moss gathering
- Nurseries for reforestation growing trees
- Pine gum extracting
- Spanish moss gathering
- Sphagnum moss gathering
- Spruce gum gathering
- Teaberries gathering
- Tree seed extracting
- Tree seed gathering
- Tree seed growing for reforestation
- Truffles gathering
Government Buyers for NAICS 113210
Federal and state government agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Department of Agriculture, and state forestry departments are the primary purchasers of these services. They require forest nursery products and gathered forest materials for reforestation projects, habitat restoration, wildfire recovery, and conservation initiatives. Additionally, agencies involved in natural resource management and environmental protection contract these services to promote sustainable forest use, prevent soil erosion, and support ecosystem services. Contracting with specialized firms ensures access to quality seedlings and forest products tailored to specific ecological requirements.
Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 113210
Contracts in this sector commonly include fixed-price agreements for seedling production and delivery, as well as time-and-materials or cost-reimbursement contracts for gathering forest products. Procurement methods often involve competitive bidding, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts due to the recurring and seasonal nature of forest nursery operations. Contract values vary widely depending on project scope, ranging from small-scale seedling orders of a few thousand dollars to large-scale multi-year reforestation programs valued in the millions. Government contracts typically emphasize sustainability standards and compliance with environmental regulations.
Details for NAICS 113210
Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry
| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 113110 | Timber Tract Operations |
| 113310 | Logging |
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