While agriculture is not practiced within the city limits, it is the economic backbone of the surrounding district, which directly influences Mokokchung's local markets.
The traditional farming method in the region is Jhum (shifting cultivation), though there has been a steady transition towards more sustainable terraced farming and horticulture. The district produces significant quantities of rice, maize, and vegetables. Mokokchung is also known for its cash crops, including tea, coffee, large cardamom, and oranges. Forestry products, particularly bamboo, play a crucial role in the local agrarian economy. Additionally, local livestock rearing—primarily pigs and poultry—is a staple of household agriculture in the rural outskirts.
