A fresh shipment of over 7,100 sheep arrived this Sunday morning at the Port of Ténès (Chlef Province) from Spain. This delivery marks the third such arrival at the port since the start of the national import program intended to ensure sufficient supply for the upcoming Eid El-Adha sacrifice.
Health Protocols and Ongoing Operations
Upon arrival, veterinary teams conducted mandatory inspections directly on board the vessel before authorizing offloading. According to Mehdi Kouadria, Director of Agricultural Services for Chlef, the sheep will undergo a seven-day quarantine period in designated zones to ensure full compliance with health standards.
This shipment follows two previous arrivals at the Ténès port earlier in April—originating from Romania—which brought in 8,100 and 9,100 heads of livestock, respectively. Authorities have confirmed that further shipments are expected in the coming days as part of the broader national effort to stabilize livestock availability and prices across all provinces.
Context of Import Strategy
The government’s decision to import sheep for Eid El-Adha is part of a deliberate strategy to protect the purchasing power of Algerian citizens and maintain market stability. By diversifying supply sources and streamlining imports, the state aims to keep prices for sacrificial animals accessible, with specific efforts made to ensure these resources are distributed effectively throughout the country.