As Pakistan prepares for Eid-ul-Azha 2025, cattle markets nationwide are witnessing heavy footfall alongside growing public concern over steep price hikes. Traders cite rising feed costs, transportation expenses, and inflation for the surge, with animals now costing 30-40% more than 2024.
Karachi: Northern Bypass Market Nears Full Capacity
Locations:
Northern Bypass Maweshi Dost Market (Primary hub)
11 other approved markets including Talser Town, Malir 15, and KMC Ground near Safari Park
Current Status:
Over 100,000 animals already arrived (Capacity: 350,000–400,000)
Daily influx of bulls, cows, goats, sheep, and camels
Price Range (May 2025):
1.5-mund (60 kg) goat/sheep: Rs. 160,000
3.5-mund (140 kg) cow/bull: Rs. 225,000
Camels and premium breeds: Rs. 300,000–Rs. 1.5 million
Rawalpindi/Islamabad: 12 Markets with Revised Fees
Key Locations:
Bhatta Chowk (Largest market under RCB)
Rawat, Adiala Road, Gujar Khan, Taxila (District Council)
Mareer Chowk & LHC Rawalpindi Bench (CCB)
Price Estimates:
Goats/Sheep: Rs. 130,000–Rs. 300,000
Bulls/Cows: Rs. 300,000–Rs. 1.5 million
Entry Fees: Rs. 2,000 (small), Rs. 3,000 (large)
Lahore: Raiwind Leads with Premium Listings
Markets:
Raiwind (Largest)
Wahga Sports Complex, Nishtar LDA City, Shahpur Kanjran
Price Trends:
Standard goats: Rs. 150,000–Rs. 350,000
Australian/Kabuli breeds: Rs. 500,000+
Cows: Rs. 250,000–Rs. 2 million
Price Surge: Why the Spike?
Traders attribute hikes to:
40% rise in animal feed costs
Transportation tolls and fuel prices
Stall rentals up by 50% in urban markets
High demand for premium breeds
Also read: Cattle markets finalised in Lahore, Islamabad, and Karachi
