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Cypriot Cheesemakers' Association Calls for Urgent Measures Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease

Published March 3, 2026, 14:37
Cypriot Cheesemakers' Association Calls for Urgent Measures Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease

The Cypriot Cheesemakers' Association has sent a letter to the relevant Ministries, requesting the immediate implementation of measures to address foot-and-mouth disease. They call for the recall or temporary suspension of livestock farms in the area of the Dead Zone and around it, until compliance with health and safety protocols is ensured. Additionally, they request stricter controls at crossing points and intensified monitoring along the Green Line to prevent the illegal movement of animals and materials. The Association emphasizes that early prevention is essential to protect public health, the food chain, and the economic stability of the country.