115112 — Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in performing a soil preparation activity or crop production service, such as plowing, fertilizing, seed bed preparation, planting, cultivating, and crop protecting services.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 115112 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating |
| SBA Size Standard | $9,500,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 2,210 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 115110 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 11 → 115 → 1151 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 0711 - Soil Preparation Services (via SIC1987:0711→NAICS1997:115112→2002:115112→2007:115112→2012:115112→2017:115112→2022:115112)
- SIC 0721 - Crop Planting, Cultivating, and Protecting (via SIC1987:0721→NAICS1997:115112→2002:115112→2007:115112→2012:115112→2017:115112→2022:115112)
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 3710 — Soil Preparation Equipment
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 115112:
- 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.
- 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.
Related Industries in 1151
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 115112 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 115112 is 'Soil Preparation, Planting, and Cultivating', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 11 (Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting); the SBA small-business size standard is $9,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 115112?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 115112 is $9,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 115112?
NAICS code 115112 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 0711 - Soil Preparation Services, 0721 - Crop Planting, Cultivating, and Protecting.