Published: 09:52 AM, 06 May 2026
Surplus of sacrificial animals expected in Patuakhali
Patuakhali district is set to witness a surplus of sacrificial animals ahead of the upcoming holy Eid-ul-Azha, with local authorities confirming that supply will exceed demand by a significant margin.
According to the District Livestock Department, a total of 137,918 animals-including cows, buffaloes, goats, and sheep-have been prepared for sacrifice across the district.
In contrast, the estimated demand stands at 122,633 animals, leaving a surplus of approximately 15,280. Officials said this abundance is largely due to the growing number of farms and increased participation of trained farmers in livestock rearing.
Currently, the district has 6,421 farms, and 758 farmers have received formal training. Many young entrepreneurs have also started small-scale cattle fattening initiatives with technical support from the Livestock Department.
Farmers across different upazilas are now actively preparing their animals for the Eid market. Forkan Akon, a farmer from Uttar Mominpur village in Bauphal upazila, said he has around 30 cows and a few goats. "With proper care, improved feed, and medical support, my cattle are in good condition.
I am hopeful of getting fair prices this season," he said. Another farmer, Yunus Akon, who owns 12 to 14 cows along with goats, highlighted the challenges of rising feed costs but remained optimistic. "Eid season is crucial for us. If the market remains stable, we expect to make a decent profit," he added. Similarly, Isahak Sharif from Kalaiya Kortpar area plans to expand his stock by purchasing additional cattle before Eid.
Another farmer Masiur Sipahi, who owns 20 to 25 buffaloes in Char Kalaiya village, expressed confidence in strong market demand of buffalo meat during the upcoming festival. Upazila-wise data shows a strong distribution of livestock across the district.
Bauphal leads with 25,796 animals, followed by Galachipa with 21,851 and Sadar upazila with 21,289.
Other areas such as Kalapara, Mirzaganj, Dashmina, Dumki, and Rangabali also report substantial numbers of animals ready for sacrifice.
District Livestock Officer Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman assured that the district is fully prepared to meet local demand with its own production.
"There is no shortage of sacrificial animals. Farmers are receiving continuous training and support. We hope they will receive fair prices, and buyers will have access to healthy and safe animals," he said.
With supply comfortably exceeding demand, authorities remain optimistic about a stable and well-regulated livestock market in Patuakhali this Eid-ul-Azha.
