The Yine practice traditional slash-and-burn agriculture, cultivating a variety of staples including plantains, corn, sweet potatoes, and rice. Their diverse harvests also feature squash, beans, and cassava, among others.

In the dry season, the Yine cultivate peanuts, watermelon, squash, and rice. Their agricultural diversity is further enriched by planting fruit trees like oranges and caimitos near their homes and within their farms; in total, approximately 30 different species of plants, fruit trees, and palms are cultivated (Smith, 2019). This agricultural system relies on a sophisticated understanding of soil types, allowing them to identify the most suitable land for their essential subsistence crops.

‍Forest Gathering: The collection of wild palm fruits—such as aguaje, hunguraui, and pijuayo—along with the seasonal harvesting of Brazil nuts, remains a cornerstone of their diet.

Animal Husbandry: Communities raise small livestock, including chickens, ducks, and pigs, both for local consumption and for trade at nearby river ports.

Traditional Roles: Hunting and fishing are primarily male-led activities. The Yine are renowned for their exceptional jungle skills, navigating the waterways with ease as expert fishermen.

Seasonal Harvests: Depending on the time of year, their catch includes various fish, birds, monkeys, and specialized species like the taricaya turtle.

Yine hunters engage in sacred healing rituals to purify both themselves and their hunting tools. These ceremonies, typically held during the new moon, involve the use of powerful plants such as Piripiri, Sanango, and Ayahuasca. Through these rites, hunters seek to ensure a successful harvest and sharpen their aim.