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EU Experts to Review Foot-and-Mouth Disease Situation in Cyprus

Published February 22, 2026, 17:09
EU Experts to Review Foot-and-Mouth Disease Situation in Cyprus

The Veterinary Services of Cyprus have requested the deployment of experts from the European Commission to review the situation arising from the outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease. In coordination with other departments, spraying will be carried out in specific areas and other access to livestock areas will be blocked. Livestock farmers are reminded of their obligation to implement specific preventive measures, such as fencing, disinfection and feed control. The Director of Veterinary Services has announced daily briefings for the press regarding the evolution of the situation.