Agriculture in and around Daporijo is a mix of traditional and modern practices. The indigenous tribes have historically practiced Jhum (shifting) cultivation on the steep hill slopes, growing a variety of crops including paddy, maize, millet, yams, and leafy vegetables. In the river valleys, wet rice cultivation is practiced.
Horticulture is becoming increasingly important to the local economy, with farmers growing cash crops such as oranges, pineapples, ginger, large cardamom, and kiwi. Livestock rearing is also a vital part of the agricultural ecosystem. The Mithun (a semi-domesticated bovine) holds immense cultural and economic value. Poultry and piggery are widespread, ensuring food security and supplementing household incomes. The state government is actively promoting organic farming initiatives to leverage the pristine local environment.