What this class covers
ANZSIC class 0112 covers businesses primarily engaged in propagating and growing plants outdoors for commercial purposes. This includes operations that cultivate ornamental plants, fruit trees, seedlings, bulbs, corms, and tubers in open-air environments. These businesses typically supply retailers, landscapers, wholesale markets, and direct-to-consumer sales.
Common examples include businesses operating outdoor fields of ornamental shrubs for garden centres, open-air propagation of fruit tree stock for orchards, seedling production for vegetable growers, bulb farms supplying flower markets, and vine stock nurseries serving wine regions. The classification applies specifically to operations where plants are grown exposed to natural weather conditions without permanent protective covering.
This classification is used by Australian government agencies for statistical reporting, by businesses for ABN registration and tax purposes, and by industry associations for sector analysis. It helps identify businesses engaged in the production phase of the horticulture supply chain rather than retail or landscaping services.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class typically engage in one or more of these core activities:
- Propagating and growing bulbs, corms, or tubers in outdoor beds or fields
- Operating fruit tree nurseries growing stock for orchard planting
- Growing ornamental plants like shrubs and trees for garden centres
- Producing seedlings for vegetable growers and other agricultural purposes
- Developing vine stock for vineyards and grape growers
- Other outdoor nursery production not covered elsewhere
Exclusions and nearby codes
Several related activities fall outside this classification and have their own ANZSIC codes:
Nursery production conducted under cover (in greenhouses, shade houses, or other protected structures) is classified under ANZSIC 0111 Nursery Production (Under Cover). Turf growing for transplanting belongs to ANZSIC 0113 Turf Growing. Outdoor production of cut flowers or foliage for display purposes falls under ANZSIC 0115 Floriculture Production (Outdoors). Nursery stock specifically grown for forestry purposes is classified under ANZSIC 0510 Forestry Support Services.
Practical guidance
When registering your ABN or completing business documentation, use ANZSIC code 0112 if your primary activity involves outdoor nursery production. For tax purposes and industry reporting, the corresponding Business Industry Code (BIC) is typically 1120. Ensure your workers' compensation insurance reflects the appropriate risk category for outdoor horticultural operations.
Businesses in this classification may be eligible for specific agricultural grants, drought support programs, or industry development initiatives. Keep accurate records of production activities as you may need to report statistics to the Australian Bureau of Agriculture and Resource Economics (ABARES) or other agencies. If your business operates across multiple classifications (such as both retail and production), consult the ABS classification rules to determine your primary activity.