Agriculture in and around Senapati is characterized by both traditional slash-and-burn (Jhum) cultivation and sophisticated terrace farming on the hillsides. The region's fertile soil and plentiful rainfall support a variety of crops.
Rice is the staple crop, grown extensively in the valleys and terraced slopes. Other major agricultural products include maize, potatoes, cabbage, squash, and pulses. In recent years, there has been a strong push toward horticulture and organic farming, with farmers successfully cultivating kiwi, passion fruit, plums, and oranges. Livestock rearing, including pigs, poultry, and cattle, is also a vital component of food production and the local rural economy.
