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Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak Shocks Aradippou: Farmers Fear Cyprus-Wide Disaster

Published February 23, 2026, 17:14
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak Shocks Aradippou: Farmers Fear Cyprus-Wide Disaster

Shock has gripped Aradippou following the detection of foot-and-mouth disease in 11 livestock units in the Larnaca province. Farmers, with tears in their eyes, express their fear of catastrophic consequences on a Cyprus-wide scale if the disease spreads. Farmer Michalis Konstantinou urges his colleagues not to lose hope and to adhere to biosecurity measures, while Minas Koutis describes the situation as out of control and warns of disaster if the disease expands. Farmers report that they have not received official information from the Veterinary Services, only regarding the transport of animals and feed. The situation is critical, and farmers are struggling to protect their property and their future.