Agriculture is the main economic activity in Panjgur, followed by livestock farming and government and social services. The majority of the population wins its bread from agriculture and horticulture. According to 1981 census, the major economic activity in Panjgur district was "agriculture, forestry and hunting" followed by "Construction" and then by "Community, Social and Personal services".

In Panjgur agricultural crops are categorised in two types, Rabi and Kharif, according to their cultivation seasons. Rabi crops are sown in winter and harvested in late winter or during early summer while Kharif crops are sown in summer and harvested in late summer or early winter. The major Rabi crops of the district include wheat, barley, masoor, and various vegetables, in particular tomatoes. Kharif crops in Panjgur include jowar, rice, melons, vegetables, and pulses including mash and moong. Fodder is cultivated throughout the year. Fruits are produced in Kharif season. As the climate in Panjgur is cool in winter, all the fruits of cold areas are produced in the district, including almonds, pomegranates, grapes, peaches and even pistachios. Date is the major agricultural produce of the district which is exported to other parts of the country.

 Agricultural labour consists predominantly of males. However women help their family by getting involved in allied activities like home-base date processing. Mostly the farming activities are performed by the land owner himself although tenants are also employed.

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