112111 — Beef Cattle Ranching and Farming
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in raising cattle (including cattle for dairy herd replacements).
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments primarily engaged in milking dairy cattle are classified in Industry 112120, Dairy Cattle and Milk
- Production.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 112111 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Beef Cattle Ranching and Farming |
| SBA Size Standard | $2,500,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | Not disclosed (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 112111 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 11 → 112 → 1121 |
| JSON Endpoint | View as JSON · API → |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
💡 Expert Guidance & SBA Tips
SBA Audit Tip: Since NAICS 112111 utilizes a receipts-based size standard ($2,500,000), the SBA calculates your size using your average annual gross receipts over the last five fiscal years (13 CFR § 121.104). Be sure to include cost of goods sold (COGS) in your gross receipts calculation, as the SBA does not allow COGS deductions.
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 0212 - Beef Cattle, Except Feedlots (via SIC1987:0212→NAICS1997:112111→2002:112111→2007:112111→2012:112111→2017:112111→2022:112111)
- SIC 0241 - Dairy Farms (via SIC1987:0241→NAICS1997:112111→2002:112111→2007:112111→2012:112111→2017:112111→2022:112111)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC 8810 — Live Animals, Raised for Food
- PSC 8820 — Live Animals, Not Raised for Food
- PSC 8910 — Dairy Foods and Eggs
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 112111 an active industry classification in 2022? ▾
Yes, NAICS code 112111 is a fully active classification for 'Beef Cattle Ranching and Farming' in the U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 vintage. It groups businesses by production process under Sector 11 (Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting), Subsector 112, and Group 1121.
What is the SBA small business size standard for NAICS code 112111? ▾
The SBA size standard limit for NAICS code 112111 is $2,500,000. Firms whose receipts (averaged over five years) or employee headcounts (averaged over 24 months) are below this threshold qualify for federal contracting set-asides.
What are the legacy SIC code equivalents mapped to NAICS 112111? ▾
Legacy 1987 SIC codes mapped to NAICS 112111 include: SIC 0212 (Beef Cattle, Except Feedlots), SIC 0241 (Dairy Farms). Mappings are resolved transitively across successive Census concordances to preserve historical risk profiles in B2B databases.
What IRS Principal Business Activity (PBA) code matches NAICS 112111? ▾
The IRS PBA tax code matching NAICS 112111 is 112111 (derived via a exact mapping method). Business tax filers must declare this principal business activity code on IRS Schedule C, Form 1120, or Form 1065.
What business activities are classified under NAICS 112111? ▾
Activities classified under NAICS 112111 ('Beef Cattle Ranching and Farming') include: various industrial activities in this sector. Companies primarily engaged in these production processes must select this code for compliance records.
What activities are excluded from NAICS code 112111? ▾
Exclusions defined by the Census Bureau for NAICS 112111 include: Establishments primarily engaged in milking dairy cattle are classified in Industry 112120, Dairy Cattle and Milk, Production.. Establishments performing these alternative processes are redirected to use their respective industry codes.
How many active establishments operate under NAICS 112111 in the U.S.? ▾
According to the County Business Patterns (CBP) 2023 dataset, there are Not disclosed active establishments with registered payrolls operating under NAICS code 112111 in the United States.
Which Product Service Codes (PSCs) are suggested for NAICS 112111? ▾
Suggested advisory Product Service Codes (PSCs) for NAICS 112111 are: PSC 8810 (Live Animals, Raised for Food), PSC 8820 (Live Animals, Not Raised for Food), PSC 8910 (Dairy Foods and Eggs). PSCs classify the specific deliverables procured by the government, complementing the industry-level NAICS classification.
Is NAICS code 112111 standard uniform across all U.S. states? ▾
Yes. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 112111 is a federal statistical standard overseen by the Census Bureau. It applies uniformly to state LLC filings, banking KYC processes, and federal audits.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 112111:
- Sector 11 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 112111 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Beef Cattle Ranching and Farming).
- IRS PBA Code for Farming — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- IRS PBA Code for Livestock — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Sources & References
- U.S. Census Bureau: North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Manual
- U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA): Table of Small Business Size Standards
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR): 13 CFR Part 121 - Small Business Size Regulations
- Acquisition.gov: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 19 - Small Business Programs
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS): Instructions for Schedule C (Form 1040) Principal Business Activity (PBA) Codes
- U.S. General Services Administration (GSA): System for Award Management (SAM.gov) Unique Entity ID Guide
- Defense Logistics Agency: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) CAGE Search and Registration
- United Nations Statistics Division: International Standard Industrial Classification of All Economic Activities (ISIC)
- U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Manual
- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC): SEC EDGAR Filer Standard Industrial Classification Codes