Due to the island's sandy, coral soil and lack of expansive land, traditional large-scale agriculture is impossible.
- **Crops**: The coconut palm is the undisputed backbone of Kavaratti's agriculture. Almost all available non-residential land is covered in coconut groves. - **Household Gardens**: Residents grow small amounts of fruits (like papayas and bananas) and vegetables for local consumption, often utilizing organic methods due to the fragile groundwater ecology. - **Fisheries**: The surrounding ocean serves as the primary "agricultural" resource. The sustainable pole-and-line method used by local fishers prevents bycatch and protects marine biodiversity.