Goat trade begins before Dashain
Summary
Goat trading has started across Sarlahi ahead of Dashain, with farmers bringing animals to markets in Lalbandi, Bayalbas, Hariwan and Barahathwa to earn money for festival expenses. Traders expect business to peak on Phulpati and the following two days as demand rises in the district and the Kathmandu Valley.
Key Points
- Goat buying and selling has begun in Sarlahi's markets ahead of Dashain, especially in Lalbandi, Bayalbas, Hariwan and Barahathwa.
- Farmers are bringing goats raised throughout the year to pay for festival expenses such as food, clothes and household essentials.
- Traders expect the biggest sales on Phulpati, as well as the eighth and ninth days of Dashain.
- Goats from Sarlahi and nearby Chure and Marin areas are also being transported to the Kathmandu Valley.
