What this class covers
ANZSIC class 0114 categorises Australian businesses whose primary activity is the cultivation of floriculture products within protected, covered environments. This involves growing cut flowers, ornamental foliage, or flower seeds under structures designed to shield plants from external weather conditions, allowing for greater control over temperature, humidity, and light. This classification is part of the broader Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing division and is used by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) for collecting and analysing industry data. It helps in understanding the economic contribution of this specialised sector. Common examples of businesses in this class include a commercial greenhouse dedicated to growing orchids for the cut flower market, an operation producing display foliage for florists entirely under shade cloth, a specialist grower cultivating specific flower varieties from seed in a climate-controlled glasshouse, a business growing cut flowers like roses or lilies in tunnels for year-round supply, and a producer focusing on flower seeds for commercial sale, all grown under cover.
Primary activities in plain English
The core activities that define a business in this class include:
- Growing cut flowers, such as roses, chrysanthemums, or orchids, inside greenhouses or similar structures.
- Cultivating decorative foliage plants intended for display (not for planting) under protective cover.
- Specialising in the propagation and growth of orchids in a controlled indoor environment.
- Producing seeds from flowers where the entire seed-growing process occurs under cover.
Exclusions and nearby codes
This class has specific boundaries. Businesses that grow the same floriculture products but do so outdoors in open fields are excluded from this class. That activity is classified under ANZSIC Class 0115: Floriculture Production (Outdoors). Furthermore, this class excludes the growing of bulbs (like tulip or daffodil bulbs) or ornamental plants (such as potted plants or shrubs) under cover. That specific activity is covered by ANZSIC Class 0111: Nursery Production (Under Cover). These distinctions are important for accurate statistical reporting and industry analysis.
Practical guidance
When registering for an Australian Business Number (ABN), you will typically need to select your main business activity, which aligns with an ANZSIC code. Using the correct code, such as 0114, ensures accurate data collection by the ABS. For tax purposes, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) uses a derived Business Industry Code (BIC), which is often related to your ANZSIC code, to categorise your business. Your workers' compensation insurance premiums are also influenced by your industry classification, as risk profiles differ between greenhouse operations and open-field agriculture. When applying for industry-specific grants or government support programs, your eligibility may be assessed based on your classified primary activity. Always ensure your recorded activity reflects your main revenue-generating operation for consistent reporting.