Cyprus reports 116 livestock units hit by foot‑and‑mouth disease
The number of livestock units affected by foot‑and‑mouth disease in Cyprus has risen to 116, the Agriculture Ministry. On Friday, officials confirmed four new cases inside existing infected zones and…
Cyprus approves €35.6 million compensation package for livestock farmers
The Cabinet has approved a €35.6 million compensation and support package for livestock farmers hit by the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak, Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou said Wednesday. Panayiotou said the compensation rates…
Cypriot livestock group awaits cabinet decision on compensation
The “Voice of Livestock Farmers” organization has said it is awaiting cabinet decisions on compensation levels for producers hit by the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak before determining its next steps. Spokeswoman Stella Petrou told…
Livestock Farmers Announce May 8 Protest at Rizoelia Roundabout
A group of livestock farmers will hold a protest on Friday, May 8, gathering at 11 a.m. at the Rizoelia roundabout, representatives said after a meeting in Choirokoitia. Neofytos Kasapis,…
Cyprus veterinary authorities say foot‑and‑mouth outbreak easing as vaccinations show results
Cyprus’ Veterinary Services said Tuesday the foot‑and‑mouth outbreak is showing signs of easing, with vaccination efforts beginning to take effect, as authorities outlined the latest steps in managing the animal…
Cyprus livestock farmers warn of escalating protests
Livestock farmers in Cyprus say they may step up their protests from Thursday, warning that they could even block ports and airports during the European Council summit due to be…
Foot-and-mouth infections rise to 101 as second pig farm tests positive
Foot-and-mouth disease is spreading rapidly, with a second pig unit confirmed infected and the total number of affected livestock units reaching 101, according to Veterinary Services. Authorities have also confirmed…
First Foot‑and‑Mouth Case Found in Pig Farm as Infections Rise to 92
Authorities have confirmed the first case of foot‑and‑mouth disease in a pig farm, detected at a facility in Palaiometocho housing about 4,000 animals. Sotiria Georgiadou, a senior officer with the…
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Detected in Two More Farms, Total Cases Rise to 54
Veterinary Services on Monday reported foot‑and‑mouth disease in two additional livestock units, bringing the total number of infected farms to 54 across the Larnaca and Nicosia districts. The new cases…
Cyprus Urges Farmers to Avoid Bee‑Toxic Sprays During Flowering Season
The Agriculture Department has urged farmers to avoid using bee‑toxic plant‑protection products during the flowering period, warning that such spraying is prohibited under national law. The advisory comes as fruit…