Definition
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating bulk farm product warehousing and storage facilities (except refrigerated). Warehouses generally provide facilities and services for the storage of goods, and are responsible for maintaining their security and condition. However, warehouses do not take ownership of or sell those goods. The majority of this industry is involved in the storage of grain and other farm products. Grain elevators primarily engaged in storage are included in this industry, however grain elevators primarily engaged in the wholesale of grains are not, and are included in industry 42251 - Grain and Field Bean Wholesalers in the US.

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Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure (including averages), technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic location.