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Poultry industry voices concerns over lack of relief in federal budget 2026-27
Key takeaways
- A senior representative of the poultry industry has expressed disappointment over the federal budget for 2026-27, stating that the sector has not received any meaningful relief measures.
- He asserted that reducing taxes on these critical inputs would help the industry expand, increase production, and create additional employment opportunities.
- Arshad also highlighted the burden of the General Sales Tax (GST) imposed on day-old chicks, noting that a tax of Rs10 per chick is being charged despite producers already operating at a loss.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize. A senior representative of the poultry industry has expressed disappointment over the federal budget for 2026-27, stating that the sector has not received any meaningful relief measures.
Speaking exclusively to ARY News, Khalique Arshad said the poultry industry continues to face significant challenges due to the high taxes imposed on essential vaccines and medicines used to protect chicks from diseases and support their healthy growth.
He asserted that reducing taxes on these critical inputs would help the industry expand, increase production, and create additional employment opportunities.
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