East Java Governor Khofifah Says Idul Adha Boosts Livestock Farmers' Economy
It is sufficient, safe, and healthy. This must be communicated to the public not only for East Java but also outside East Java,
Lamongan, East Java - East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa stated that the Idul Adha 1447 Hijriah occasion has boosted the economy of livestock farmers in East Java through increased demand and sales of sacrificial animals.
“Idul Adha sacrificial moment in 2026 has significantly aided livestock farmers, enhancing their income and welfare,” she said while inspecting Gunungrejo Makmur Livestock Cooperative in Kedungpring District, Lamongan Regency, on Sunday.
She noted that the high demand for sacrificial animals this year reflects the public’s continued enthusiasm to perform the ritual despite price increases compared to previous years.
Khofifah explained that live cattle prices have risen by approximately Rp5 million to Rp10 million per head, while weight-based prices have increased by Rp5,000 to Rp10,000 per kilogram.
According to data from the Animal Husbandry Department across East Java’s regencies and cities, the total available sacrificial animals for 2026 reach 2,055,978 heads, comprising 629,119 cattle, 940,693 goats, 484,468 sheep, and 1,698 buffaloes.
Meanwhile, the projected demand for sacrificial animals in East Java this year is estimated at 427,060 heads, including 70,550 cattle, 297,900 goats, 58,600 sheep, and 10 buffaloes.
“It is sufficient, safe, and healthy. This must be communicated to the public not only in East Java but also outside the province,” she said.
A total of 950 veterinary doctors or medical veterinarians, 1,500 veterinary paramedics, 145 livestock breed supervisors, 75 feed quality supervisors, and 1,997 certified Halal Slaughterers (JULEHA) have been deployed.
Khofifah added that all circulating sacrificial animals have undergone health monitoring through vaccinations, biosecurity measures, and regular treatments across East Java.
The East Java Governor also praised Lamongan Regency as a key supply hub for livestock in the province, with a beef cattle population of 108,987 heads.
“So far, around 80 percent has been sold to Surabaya, Gresik, and Sidoarjo,” said Suparto.
He added that government-provided free Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccinations and artificial insemination programmes have helped maintain animal health and productivity in the region.