Eid al-Adha 2026: June 7-10. Prices of cattle: Cows (300-700kg) BDT 80,000-3 lakh; goats/sheep BDT 25,000-60,000. Feed costs up 15%. Avoid roadside sellers and choose trusted markets with vet-checked animals and weight guarantees to avoid disease risks like lumpy skin.
- Cheapest Markets by City: Top Dhaka (Amin Bazar, Gabtoli) Amin Bazar Haat – Lowest prices. Cows from BDT 85,000 (Shahjalal breed), Goats BDT 28,000. Gabtoli: wholesale deals, vet stations 24/7 from 2025. Expect 20% crowds. Go on weekdays.
- Chattogram (Chawkbazar, Potenga): Chawkbazar takes the lead with Red Sindhi cows at BDT 90,000; a reliable source for indigenous breeds. Potenga port market imports. Cheapest calves 75,000 BDT, but check health certs.
- Sylhet (Zindabazar, Beanibazar): Local haats, goats Tk 25,000; cows Tk 95,000. Beanibazar is famous for organic-fed animals; women vendors sell shares (1/7th cow BDT 15,000).
- Rural/Other: Cumilla Sadar Haat (avg BDT 80,000 cow), Rajshahi Boalia (subsidised farmer-direct)
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Price Ranges and What to Look For
Cows: BDT 80K-1.2L (300-500kg, BDT 280/kg avg); premium Holstein BDT 2-3L.
Goats/Sheep BDT 25K-55K (20-40kg, BDT 1,200/kg).
- Inspect: Bright eyes, shiny coat, steady gait, no limping/lumps. On-site weights; bargain 10-15%. Require vaccination certificates (FMD, anthrax).
- Online: QurbaniHaat.qll.com.bd delivers all over Dhaka (cows BDT 95K+); SR Agro Facebook for budget options Trusted Sellers & Tips BDT 80K
Only the DLS (Department of Livestock Services) marked. Sick animals banned after 2024 outbreaks. Top Farms: Al Mustafa (shares BDT 13,000), Warsi Farm proxy. Book early in May & get 10% discount. Secure payment through bKash.
Home slaughter kits BDT 2,000 Transport
- Covered van hire (BDT 5,000 Dhaka-Sylhet)
- Budget Hacks, October 2023
- Shares: 1/7th cow Tk 12-18K/family.
- Farmers Facebook Marketplace 15% cheaper. Rural direct.
- Group buys: apps like QurbaniBD club 5+ buyers together for BDT 75K cows.
Shopping list
- Budget BDT 1-1.5 lakh per family (cow share + extras).
- 2-3 pm weekdays. Bring a scale.
- Vet check necessary 7-day pre-slaughter quarantine.
- Export halal certification; freeze excess meat.
This guide saves 20% vs malls; markets open May 25 peak. Let us know your city/budget for farm contacts.
