Shifting cultivation
Agriculture is the most essential and profitable industry in the Matupi Township, employing more than 90% of the population. Common crops include rice, wheat, corn, millet, pulses, oilseeds, coffee, oranges, damson, potatoes, and natural fibres. However, Matupi still depends on the import of rice supplies from the lowlands. Although the primary occupation is agriculture, the industry is not well developed due to the scarcity of large valleys and plains. Shifting cultivation is still prevalent. Terraced cultivation is slowly being introduced along the hillsides. Due to difficult terrain, human labor is the main driving force of the work done. Teak and other hardwoods are found at elevation below . Oaks and pines grow at altitudes above . Teak, pines, canes, resin and turpentine are important forest products. Since electricity is not available in most villages, people depend on firewood for cooking. Forestry is also a main source of income.