Aïd al-Adha Sheep Sold Between 800 and 1,700 Dinars in Tozeur

Regional Trade and Export Development Office in Tozeur Reports Decline in Ovine Offerings for Eid al-Adha

The regional trade and export development office in Tozeur has reported a decline in the supply of ovines intended for Eid al-Adha, accompanied by a rise in prices, according to its regional director Imed Hammami.

The current supply is estimated at 17,991 heads of "alouch" (young sheep), 4,644 heads of "berkous" (medium-sized sheep), and approximately 7,267 heads of "brichni" (male goats). However, these volumes may increase as the festival approaches due to shipments from neighboring governorates.

This shortage compared to the previous season, combined with the rise in production costs, has led to an increase in prices, which currently range from 800 to 1,700 dinars.

In response to this situation, economic control teams are conducting surveillance campaigns on livestock markets and points of sale throughout the governorate, in coordination with security services. The goal is to limit speculative practices, combat intermediaries, and promote direct sales between breeders and consumers to contain the price surge.

Additionally, the regional trade office has stated that the supply of basic products remained generally stable during April. The wholesale market received 156 tons of fruits and vegetables, while distribution channels were regularly replenished with flour and pasta.

In the same context, more than 5,682 quintals of fodder barley and 18,450 quintals of "sudari" (a type of hay) were distributed to support the livestock sector, representing approximately 91% of the allocated quotas for the region.

The regional office of the National Trade Office also has significant stocks of subsidized products, including sugar, tea, and packaged rice.

Finally, the economic control operations conducted last month resulted in the detection of 174 infractions, including 105 in distribution channels and 69 on roads. Control services also seized 914 kg of bananas, 740 units of eggs, and over 29 kg of cooked chicken.