Unit group 6310

PSOC Unit group 6310 — Subsistence crop farmers (2026)

Subsistence crop farmers grow and harvest field or tree and shrub crops, vegetables and fruit, in order to provide food, shelter and a minimum of cash income for themselves and their households. Their tasks include: a) preparing the soil, sowing, planting, tending and harvesting field crops; b) growing vegetables, fruit and other tree and shrub crops; c) fetching water and gathering firewood; d) storing for later use and carrying out some processing of produce; e) building and maintaining makeshift houses and other shelters for own use; f) making tools, clothes and utensils for use by the household; g) selling some products at local markets. Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Farm laborer - 9211, Firewood collector- 9624, Water collector- 9624

Level Unit group
Code 6310
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Subsistence crop farmers grow and harvest field or tree and shrub crops, vegetables and fruit, in order to provide food, shelter and a minimum of cash income for themselves and their households. Their tasks include: a) preparing the soil, sowing, planting, tending and harvesting field crops; b) growing vegetables, fruit and other tree and shrub crops; c) fetching water and gathering firewood; d) storing for later use and carrying out some processing of produce; e) building and maintaining makeshift houses and other shelters for own use; f) making tools, clothes and utensils for use by the household; g) selling some products at local markets. Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Farm laborer - 9211, Firewood collector- 9624, Water collector- 9624

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Subsistence crop farmers.

Selection note

How to choose it

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Subsistence crop farmers grouping.

FAQ

What does PSOC 6310 cover?

Subsistence crop farmers grow and harvest field or tree and shrub crops, vegetables and fruit, in order to provide food, shelter and a minimum of cash income for themselves and their households. Their tasks include: a) preparing the soil, sowing, planting, tending and harvesting field crops; b) growing vegetables, fruit and other tree and shrub crops; c) fetching water and gathering firewood; d) storing for later use and carrying out some processing of produce; e) building and maintaining makeshift houses and other shelters for own use; f) making tools, clothes and utensils for use by the household; g) selling some products at local markets. Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Farm laborer - 9211, Firewood collector- 9624, Water collector- 9624

Where is PSOC 6310 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Subsistence crop farmers.

How do I choose PSOC 6310 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Subsistence crop farmers grouping.