NAICS 115116 - Farm Management Services

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NAICS 11511 NAICS 1151 NAICS 115 NAICS 11 farm management services agricultural operations contract farming citrus grove management orchard management vineyard management government agricultural contracts USDA contracting agricultural support services farm supervision cultivation services

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What is NAICS 115116

NAICS code 115116 covers establishments primarily engaged in providing farm management services on a contract or fee basis. These businesses typically manage citrus groves, orchards, vineyards, and other specialized agricultural operations. They offer comprehensive management services which often include planning, supervising, and executing the farming operations either partially or fully. The role of these firms extends beyond simple advisory functions to hands-on operational management, including cultivating, harvesting, and other agricultural support activities. Government agencies contract these services to ensure effective, professional management of agricultural assets, optimize production, and maintain sustainable farming practices in federally managed or funded agricultural projects.

Industry Classification for NAICS 115116

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing farm management services on a contract or fee basis usually to citrus groves, orchards, or vineyards. These establishments always provide management and may arrange or contract for the partial or the complete operations of the farm establishment(s) they manage. Operational activities may include cultivating, harvesting, and/or other specialized agricultural support activities.

Breakdown for NAICS 115116

  • Primarily manages farm operations on a contract or fee basis.
  • Focuses on citrus groves, orchards, vineyards, and similar specialized farms.
  • Provides full or partial operational management including cultivation and harvesting.
  • Includes activities related to agricultural support and management consulting.
  • Serves both private sector and government agricultural projects.
  • Typical contract size varies according to farm scale and complexity.

Included Activities for NAICS 115116

  • Planning and supervision of farm operations.
  • Cultivating crops and managing soil health.
  • Harvesting and post-harvest handling.
  • Coordinating labor and equipment resources.
  • Implementing pest and disease management strategies.
  • Arranging contracts for specialized agricultural services.
  • Maintaining compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
  • Reporting and record-keeping related to farm productivity and finances.

Business Types for NAICS 115116

  • Independent farm management firms.
  • Agricultural consulting companies.
  • Specialized orchard and vineyard management services.
  • Contract farming service providers.
  • Agricultural cooperative management entities.

Subcategories for NAICS 115116

  • Farm management services
  • Management services, farm

Government Buyers for NAICS 115116

Government agencies that commonly purchase farm management services include the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), state departments of agriculture, and land management agencies such as the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). These agencies require specialized farm management to oversee agricultural operations on public lands, research farms, and conservation projects. Contracting with professional farm management service providers helps these agencies achieve operational efficiency, promote environmental stewardship, and support agricultural research and development goals.

Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 115116

Contracts for farm management services under NAICS 115116 often include firm-fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, and performance-based contracts. Procurement methods may involve competitive bidding, request for proposals (RFP), or sole-source awards in specialized cases. Contract values vary widely depending on the scale and complexity of the agricultural operation, typically ranging from tens of thousands to several million dollars annually. Long-term contracts are common due to the seasonal and ongoing nature of farm management activities, enabling continuity and consistent oversight of farming operations.

Details for NAICS 115116

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NAICS Code Industry Title
111 Crop Production
1111 Oilseed and Grain Farming
11111 Soybean Farming
111110 Soybean Farming
11112 Oilseed (except Soybean) Farming
111120 Oilseed (except Soybean) Farming
11113 Dry Pea and Bean Farming
111130 Dry Pea and Bean Farming
11114 Wheat Farming
111140 Wheat Farming
11115 Corn Farming
111150 Corn Farming
11116 Rice Farming
111160 Rice Farming
11119 Other Grain Farming
111191 Oilseed and Grain Combination Farming
111199 All Other Grain Farming
1112 Vegetable and Melon Farming
11121 Vegetable and Melon Farming
111211 Potato Farming
111219 Other Vegetable (except Potato) and Melon Farming
1113 Fruit and Tree Nut Farming
11131 Orange Groves
111310 Orange Groves
11132 Citrus (except Orange) Groves
111320 Citrus (except Orange) Groves
11133 Noncitrus Fruit and Tree Nut Farming
111331 Apple Orchards
111332 Grape Vineyards
111333 Strawberry Farming
111334 Berry (except Strawberry) Farming
111335 Tree Nut Farming
111336 Fruit and Tree Nut Combination Farming
111339 Other Noncitrus Fruit Farming
1114 Greenhouse, Nursery, and Floriculture Production
11141 Food Crops Grown Under Cover
111411 Mushroom Production
111419 Other Food Crops Grown Under Cover
11142 Nursery and Floriculture Production
111421 Nursery and Tree Production
111422 Floriculture Production
1119 Other Crop Farming
11191 Tobacco Farming
111910 Tobacco Farming
11192 Cotton Farming
111920 Cotton Farming
11193 Sugarcane Farming
111930 Sugarcane Farming
11194 Hay Farming
111940 Hay Farming
11199 All Other Crop Farming
111991 Sugar Beet Farming
111992 Peanut Farming
111998 All Other Miscellaneous Crop Farming
112 Animal Production and Aquaculture
1121 Cattle Ranching and Farming
11211 Beef Cattle Ranching and Farming, including Feedlots
112111 Beef Cattle Ranching and Farming
112112 Cattle Feedlots
11212 Dairy Cattle and Milk Production
112120 Dairy Cattle and Milk Production
11213 Dual-Purpose Cattle Ranching and Farming
112130 Dual-Purpose Cattle Ranching and Farming
1122 Hog and Pig Farming
11221 Hog and Pig Farming
112210 Hog and Pig Farming
1123 Poultry and Egg Production
11231 Chicken Egg Production
112310 Chicken Egg Production
11232 Broilers and Other Meat Type Chicken Production
112320 Broilers and Other Meat Type Chicken Production
11233 Turkey Production
112330 Turkey Production
11234 Poultry Hatcheries
112340 Poultry Hatcheries
11239 Other Poultry Production
112390 Other Poultry Production
1124 Sheep and Goat Farming
11241 Sheep Farming
112410 Sheep Farming
11242 Goat Farming
112420 Goat Farming
1125 Aquaculture
11251 Aquaculture
112511 Finfish Farming and Fish Hatcheries
112512 Shellfish Farming
112519 Other Aquaculture
1129 Other Animal Production
11291 Apiculture
112910 Apiculture
11292 Horses and Other Equine Production
112920 Horses and Other Equine Production
11293 Fur-Bearing Animal and Rabbit Production
112930 Fur-Bearing Animal and Rabbit Production
11299 All Other Animal Production
112990 All Other Animal Production
113 Forestry and Logging
1131 Timber Tract Operations
11311 Timber Tract Operations
113110 Timber Tract Operations
1132 Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products
11321 Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products
113210 Forest Nurseries and Gathering of Forest Products
1133 Logging
11331 Logging
113310 Logging
114 Fishing, Hunting and Trapping
1141 Fishing
11411 Fishing
114111 Finfish Fishing
114112 Shellfish Fishing
114119 Other Marine Fishing
1142 Hunting and Trapping
11421 Hunting and Trapping
114210 Hunting and Trapping
115 Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry
1151 Support Activities for Crop Production
11511 Support Activities for Crop Production
115111 Cotton Ginning
115112 Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating
115113 Crop Harvesting, Primarily by Machine
115114 Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning)
115115 Farm Labor Contractors and Crew Leaders
115116 Current Farm Management Services
1152 Support Activities for Animal Production
11521 Support Activities for Animal Production
115210 Support Activities for Animal Production
1153 Support Activities for Forestry
11531 Support Activities for Forestry
115310 Support Activities for Forestry

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