Some pastoralists in the Himalayas are agro-pastoralists and besides rearing animals they also cultivate land, although

the major portion of their household income is drawn from pastoral activities. In addition, they also engage in a multitude of other economic activities like handicrafts, trade and transport. Fo r examplethe Gadddis, in Himachal Pradesh are known for their beautiful handicrafts; the embroidered caps made by Gujjars are also famous. The Bhotiyas are the most prominent trading community on the Indo-Tibet border and similarly Changpas in Ladakh are involved in cross border trade with Tibet. Landless pastoralists sell animal-products in market to earn money. Pastoralists also trade in medicinal plants and woolen products to earn income. For example.The Bhotiyas of Kumaon.