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Pakistan to Witness Nearly 7 Million Animal Sacrifices on Eid-ul-Adha

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Pakistan is expected to witness the sacrifice of more than 6.97 million animals during Eid-ul-Adha this year, according to a report released by the Pakistan Tanners Association (PTA), with the total estimated value of hides crossing Rs6.35 billion.

The breakdown provided by the PTA projects 3 million cows, 1,680 buffaloes, 3.465 million goats, 404,250 sheep, and 103,635 camels to be sacrificed across the country. This volume mirrors annual trends and underscores the festival’s role in driving a major cycle of livestock and leather-related economic activity.

The report highlights a rise in hide prices, with cowhide now priced at Rs1,775—up by Rs75. Buffalo hides have increased by Rs80 to Rs1,680, while goat hides are up Rs21 at Rs446. Camel hides have risen by Rs28 to Rs578. Sheep and lamb hides have also seen a slight increase of Rs2, bringing the price to Rs47.

The PTA attributes this price surge to higher global demand for leather and a revival of the domestic tanning industry. The association expects both the number of sacrificed animals and commercial hide activity to exceed last year’s figures, offering a timely lift for Pakistan’s leather sector—an important contributor to national exports.

Eid-ul-Adha is one of the largest events for livestock trade and leather production in Pakistan. Industry leaders believe the momentum could benefit the broader economy, especially amid growing international demand for finished leather goods.

The PTA has urged stakeholders to ensure proper handling, timely collection, and careful storage of hides to preserve quality and reduce wastage from slaughter to processing.

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