PTA Reports Surge in Skins and Hides Collection After Eid-ul-Adha 2025
Despite ongoing inflation and weakened purchasing power, Pakistan recorded a 1.4% increase in the collection of sacrificial animal skins and hides following Eid-ul-Adha 2025, according to figures released by the Pakistan Tanners Association (PTA).
The total number of hides collected rose to over 7.4 million, up from 7.3 million in 2024. The PTA estimates place the total value of these hides at approximately Rs7.5 billion, marking a positive sign for the leather industry, which has faced prolonged challenges in recent years.
Key Figures from Eid-ul-Adha 2025:
| Animal | Estimated Value per Hide |
|---|---|
| Cow | Rs1,775 |
| Buffalo | Rs1,680 |
| Camel | Rs578 |
| Goat | Rs446 |
| Sheep | Rs47 |
These hides are essential raw materials for Pakistan’s leather manufacturing sector, which produces a range of goods such as footwear, jackets, handbags, belts, and gloves for both domestic and export markets.
Improved Collection and Reduced Wastage
The PTA noted a significant improvement in handling and storage practices, cutting wastage from 10–15% last year to just 5% in 2025. This efficiency has helped offset the economic downturn’s impact on Eid-related livestock sales.
“The increase in collection is unusual considering high animal prices and reduced consumer spending. However, better preservation methods played a key role,” the PTA said in its statement.
Challenges Remain for Leather Industry
While this year’s Eid-ul-Adha brought encouraging numbers, the Pakistan Tanners Association also highlighted ongoing issues plaguing the leather sector, including:
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Lack of export incentives
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High input costs
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Limited access to modern processing technology
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Tax and regulatory burdens
The association urged the government to address these constraints in order to revitalize leather exports, which have historically been a major source of foreign exchange.
Outlook: A Missed Opportunity or Sectoral Recovery?
Although the increase in hide collection is promising, its long-term benefit hinges on policy support and infrastructure improvements. If harnessed properly, this surplus can enhance value-added exports, driving growth in a sector that has shrunk significantly over the past decade.
