Tuesday, November 03, 2026

Oman News

Cow sold for RO 980 at Oman’s Rustaq Ramadan auction

The 28th Ramadan Auction in the Wilayat of Rustaq, South Al Batinah Governorate, witnessed a bustling turnout of vendors and shoppers from across the region, including neighboring Al Dhahirah Governorate.

TAS News Service

info@thearabianstories.com

Friday, March 28, 2025

MUSCAT : The popular pre-Eid event showcased a wide range of livestock, local delicacies, and traditional goods—making it a highlight of the Ramadan calendar.

In the livestock auction, cows sold for as high as RO 980, while sheep fetched up to RO 245. Prices in the sheep calling area ranged between RO 70 and 245, while the cow calling area saw prices from RO 400 to 980.

The market, known as Rustaq Landing, offered everything from local ghee, spices, nuts, and Omani sweets to barbecue sticks made from palm fronds, knives, samr firewood, and banana leaves—all essentials for Eid Al-Fitr celebrations. Shoppers also found skewers, children’s toys, ready-made clothes, and traditional items like rifles, daggers, and walking sticks.

For all the latest news from Oman and GCC, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn, like us on Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube page, which is updated daily.

Close