Agriculture forms the backbone of the economy in the Kailasahar subdivision. The fertile lands along the Manu River are highly productive.
* **Crops:** Paddy (rice) is the staple crop, cultivated extensively during both the Kharif and Rabi seasons. Other significant crops include mustard, potatoes, and seasonal vegetables. * **Plantations:** Tea and rubber are the major cash crops grown on the elevated *tilla* lands. * **Horticulture:** The region is known for growing tropical fruits, particularly pineapples, jackfruit, bananas, and betel nuts. * **Fisheries and Livestock:** Inland aquaculture in ponds (dighis) is a widespread practice, alongside poultry and dairy farming for local consumption.