The livestock sector in the country recorded about 3.75 per cent growth during the fiscal year 2025-26 as compared to the corresponding period of the last year.
According to the Economic Survey of Pakistan 2025-26, which was launched here on Thursday, the sector has experienced steady growth, with its gross value addition increasing from Rs6,004 billion in FY 2025 to Rs 6,229 billion in fiscal year 2026, reflecting a growth of 3.75 per cent.
According to the survey, the cattle population during the fiscal year 2025-26 was estimated at 61.96 million, buffalo at 49.1 million and sheep at 33.5 million.
Meanwhile, goat population was estimated at 91.8 million and camels at 1.2 million, whereas the poultry sector, which is a dynamic and essential part of Pakistan’s livestock industry, generates employment for over 1.5 million people nationwide.
With a gross value addition of Rs 999 billion in 2025-26, it has seen significant expansion, achieving an impressive average annual growth rate of 8.1 per cent over the past decade. This rapid progress has positioned Pakistan as the world’s eleventh-largest poultry producer, underscoring its vast potential for further growth and innovation.
Additionally, the poultry industry plays a crucial role in the country’s food supply, contributing approximately 43.3 per cent to Pakistan’s total meat production
Meanwhile, the export of fish and fisheries products has seen consistent growth, reflecting rising global demand for seafood. Pakistan’s top buyers included China, Thailand, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Malaysia and Japan. In July-March FY 2026, Pakistan exported a total of 200 thousand metric tons of fish and fisheries products, earning approximately US $ 405.1 million in export revenue.