Turkey: Ovine prices are increasing in Eskişehir, about 1 month before Eid al-Adha

Approximately 1 month before Eid al-Adha in Eskişehir, sheep prices vary between 10 thousand and 25 thousand liras, while the average price per kilogram of live sheep is 140 liras and lamb is 240 liras. Approximately 1 month before Eid-al-Adha, there is an increase in sacrificial animal sales. While it was learned that some citizens had reserved their animals since the last Ramadan Feast, the prices in the sheep sacrificial market began to become clear. While last year the market started from 5 thousand liras and the best quality sheep were sold for 12 thousand liras, this year the prices of small cattle start from 10 thousand liras and rise up to 25 thousand liras. While the live scale price of sheep starts from 140 lira per kilogram, the live scale price of lamb starts from 240 lira per kilogram. While the manufacturers gave advice to citizens who will perform the sacrifice, they also warned about the issues that need to be taken into consideration. "The price of sheep is ...