Shifting cultivation
Agriculture forms the major economic activity in the district. Most of the agriculturists in the district practice Shifting cultivation or "Jhum" cultivation. The main crop in the district is Paddy. Maize is another cereal produced in the district. Other major crops grown in the district are Potatoes, Ginger, Soybean and Ricebean. Among vegetables and fruits, Pineapples, Oranges, Cabbages, Tomatoes, Papayas, etc. are grown throughout the district.