Agriculture in and around Anini is a mix of traditional practices and modern horticultural experimentation. Historically, the Idu Mishmi people practiced *Jhum* (shifting) cultivation, growing maize, millets, and indigenous tubers.
Today, there is a significant push toward settled agriculture and horticulture. The high-altitude, temperate climate is highly suitable for cash crops. Farmers in the region successfully cultivate kiwi, oranges, apples, and large cardamom, which are gradually becoming vital sources of income. However, transporting these perishable goods to larger markets in Assam remains a logistical challenge due to the fragile road network. Livestock rearing, particularly the *Mithun* (a semi-domesticated bovine central to local cultural and economic life), pigs, and poultry, is also a crucial aspect of the agrarian lifestyle.