Official definition
This Canadian industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in growing potatoes, yams and seed potatoes.
Official classification fields for this page
Official classification fields taken from the current StatCan source bundle.
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Official title | Potato farming |
| Classification | NAICS Canada 2022 Version 1.0 |
| Publishing authority | Statistics Canada |
| Hierarchical level | Canadian industry |
| Parent code | 11121 - Vegetable and melon farming |
| International correspondence | A0113* |
| Source | https://www.statcan.gc.ca/en/subjects/standard/naics/2022/v1/index |
| Source verification | 2026-08-13 |
Canada-wide tax and filing context
Canada-wide business, tax, and filing context from the local country pack and tax pack.
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Tax authority | Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) |
| Business identifier | Business Number (BN): 9-digit identifier with program account suffixes such as RT0001 for GST/HST, RP0001 for payroll, and RC0001 for corporate income tax. |
| Filing requirements | Business Number registration; Form T2125 (Statement of Business or Professional Activities) attached to T1; Form T2 (Corporation Income Tax Return); Form T5013; Form GST34 |
| Sector authority | Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and provincial health authorities |
Examples
- growing vegetables and melons and selling them at roadside stands (if potatoes are greater than 50%)
- potato farming (e.g., seed or table)
- sweet potato farming, field and seed potato production
- yam and sweet potato farming
Who is this code for
This code typically applies to:
Also relevant for
potato farming (e.g., seed or table)sweet potato farming, field and seed potato productionyam and sweet potato farming
Source: STATCAN_TITLE, 2026-08-13
Classification Confidence Score
5 of 6 factors passing
8/ 10
Verified official source — naics-scian-2022-structure-v1-eng.csv (2026-08-13)
International crosswalk — ISIC Rev. 4 mapping: A0113*
Previous edition migration — NAICS 2017 to 2022 continuity confirmed
Complete hierarchy — 5 levels confirmed in hierarchy
Size or threshold documented — SME thresholds documented in federal tax pack
Trade or export match — No direct HS code correspondence in current bundle
Legacy crosswalk — Legacy system (SIC 1980) retired in this region
Business Profiles
When you might need code 111211
These role examples come from the official title and example wording attached to this code.
01
111211
Potato farming
Use this page when the business is directly described by the official title or definition for 111211 Potato farming. It is the closest source-backed checkpoint before BN registration, GST/HST review, banking onboarding, or internal classification work.
02
111211
potato farming (e.g., seed or table)
Use this page when the activity is described in the official StatCan example wording as potato farming (e.g., seed or table). Compare the definition, exclusions, and nearby codes here before attaching 111211 Potato farming to a business file.
03
111211
sweet potato farming, field and seed potato production
Use this page when the activity is described in the official StatCan example wording as sweet potato farming, field and seed potato production. Compare the definition, exclusions, and nearby codes here before attaching 111211 Potato farming to a business file.
04
111211
yam and sweet potato farming
Use this page when the activity is described in the official StatCan example wording as yam and sweet potato farming. Compare the definition, exclusions, and nearby codes here before attaching 111211 Potato farming to a business file.
Business categories in this branch
A rotating set of business activity examples linked to this part of the Canadian hierarchy.
In this section
- 111211Potato farming
- 111219Other vegetable (except potato) and melon farming
ISIC Rev. 4 correspondence
A0113*Growing of vegetables and melons, roots and tubers
Approximate correspondence
Potatoes, yams and sweet potatoes farming
US NAICS reference111211 - Potato Farming
Source row
111211Potato farming
This page mirrors the source row from the structure CSV and the matching rows from the elements and crosswalk files.
Frequently asked questions
What does code 111211 cover?
Potato farming: This Canadian industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in growing potatoes, yams and seed potatoes.
Which level of the hierarchy is 111211?
It is a canadian industry page in the NAICS Canada 2026 hierarchy.
What is the parent of 111211?
It rolls up to 11121 Vegetable and melon farming.
Should I stop at 111211 or go lower?
This page already points to the exact six-digit Canadian industry in the current site structure.
Are official inclusion notes attached to 111211?
No inclusion rows are attached to this page in the local elements file.
Are there exclusion notes for 111211?
No exclusion rows are attached to this page in the local elements file.
Does 111211 include illustrative examples?
Yes. 4 example row(s) are available for boundary checking.
What kinds of businesses often start from this page?
Examples in this branch include Crop farming, Forestry crews, Field support work, Livestock services.
Is there an ISIC mapping for 111211?
Yes. The page shows A0113* Growing of vegetables and melons, roots and tubers.
Does this page show a US NAICS reference?
Yes. A same-code US reference is attached: Potato Farming.
Why are both English and French titles shown?
NAICS Canada is bilingual, so the page keeps both language titles visible for comparison and lookup.
Where does the page text come from?
From the local StatCan structure file, elements file, ISIC crosswalk, and the bundled US 6-digit reference workbook.