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Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Compensation Proposal to the Cabinet

Published February 24, 2026, 17:15
Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Compensation Proposal to the Cabinet

The Council of Ministers is expected to consider a proposal for compensation to farmers affected by foot-and-mouth disease. Vaccines are also expected, while the process of administering them is being discussed. The culling of animals in the first case in Livadia has been completed, with no new cases reported, and 14 disinfection and control points have been set up. Senior veterinary officer Sotiria Georgiou stated that, at present, there are no new cases and that all tests have yielded negative results. However, testing continues. The culling of cattle in Livadia has been completed and a proposal for the Council of Ministers regarding compensation has been prepared. In addition, the arrival of experts from the European Commission is expected, while the 'ZEUS' Coordination Center has been activated for daily updates and information exchange. 14 disinfection and public control points have been set up, and a notice has been issued prohibiting hunting in the specific areas. Regarding the vaccines, the process of their immediate delivery is underway and they are expected to arrive within the week or over the weekend. A discussion with the experts will follow to assess the situation and make decisions regarding the administration of the vaccines.