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Mayor of Polis Chrysochous Offers Support to Farmers Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Concerns

Published February 24, 2026, 11:03
Mayor of Polis Chrysochous Offers Support to Farmers Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Concerns

The Mayor of Polis Chrysochous, Giorgos Papachristofis, has urged livestock farmers in the area to implement protective measures against foot-and-mouth disease in order to prevent the spread of the virus to the Paphos province. Mr. Papachristofis assured that the Municipality will stand by the farmers and offer any necessary assistance. It is noted that there are significant livestock units in various municipal districts. In addition, a meeting was announced under the Director-General of the Ministry of Agriculture on the water issue and foot-and-mouth disease at the Polis Chrysochous Cultural Center.