ISLAMABAD – The donkey count is up by one lac in Pakistan’s rural boom as the country witnessed a massive increase in livestock population in the last couple of months.
As per a latest report released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the number of donkeys crossed 6 million mark for first time, rising by 109,000 to reach a total of 6.047 million, up from 5.938 million last year.
This marks steady upward trend in population of working animals, which continue to play key role in rural and transport economies. Buffaloes also saw substantial growth, with an increase of 1.378 million bringing the total to 47.688 million. Sheep numbers rose by 388,000, taking their population to 33.119 million.
The most dramatic rise was seen in the goat population, which grew by 2.358 million in the past year. The total number of goats now stands at 89.393 million, maintaining their position as the most populous livestock in the country.
Experts suggest the increase in livestock numbers may be linked to greater investment in animal husbandry, improved veterinary care, and strong demand in both domestic and export markets.
Latest data from Pakistan Bureau of Statistics shows broader trends in Pakistan’s agricultural sector, which remains a cornerstone of the national economy, employing a large portion of the population and contributing significantly to GDP.
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