They pointed out sheep prices are stable and affordable this season. A locally produced sheep is sold for QR 1,400, while the Iranian Saraji sheep costs QR1,150, the Kermani (Doha-bred) sheep is priced at QR1,200, the Somali sheep at QR 650, and the Yemeni Rafidi sheep at QR1,050. Besides, local lambs are available for QR1,100 a head, with expectations of new shipments of sheep and goats arriving soon in preparation for the holidays.
According to the traders, local lambs are on highest demand due to their young age and high-quality meat, and they are available in large quantities to meet the increasing demand during this period. They also pointed out that local sheep are the most sought-after, with an average net weight after slaughter of 16-17 kg for medium-sized sheep, while larger ones can reach up to 20 kg.
Traders noted that Syrian and Jordanian sheep are currently unavailable in the market. However, other types, such as Iranian sheep priced from QR1,000 and Iranian goats starting at QR700 riyals, are available.
Meanwhile, a considerable number of traditional catering kitchens and restaurants have contacted traders to reserve quantities of sheep in preparation for Eid gatherings, as lamb is a staple dish on the Qatari dining tables during the first day of Eid. The traders stressed that they are fully prepared to supply larger quantities of sheep to meet the growing demand. They noted that the market currently offers various types, including Turkish, Armenian, Iranian, and Kermani sheep, alongside locally bred sheep from the local farms. They also expected that prices will remain stable and will not increase in the coming days.
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