Archive · 17 Sep 2025
Andhra Pradesh: Sheep Prices Rise Ahead of Dasara Festival
In Andhra Pradesh, the price of sheep and other livestock is going up because a big religious festival called Dasara is coming soon.
People want more meat for the festival, so traders are bringing in animals from other states to meet the demand.
The cost of sheep has nearly doubled, and even chickens are more expensive.
Traders have been planning for this increase for months to ensure they have enough animals to sell.
This price increase is a common trend during the Dasara celebrations.
Meat prices in Andhra Pradesh are rising ahead of the Dasara festival.
Increased demand is driving traders to import livestock from neighboring states.
Sheep prices have significantly increased compared to last year.
Rooster prices have also seen a substantial increase.
Traders have been preparing for months to meet the demand.
- Who
- Livestock traders and community members
- What
- Sheep and meat prices have surged due to increased demand.
- When
- As the Dasara festival approaches.
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- Increased demand for livestock during the Dasara festival.
- Event
- Dasara Festival
- Location
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Livestock Imported From
- Odisha, Telangana
- Sheep Price (10-15 kg)
- Rs 7,500 - Rs 10,000
- Sheep Price (18-20 kg)
- Rs 17,000 - Rs 22,000
- Rooster Price (3 kg)
- Rs 3,000 - Rs 4,000
- Live Livestock Price (per kg)
- Rs 450 - Rs 500