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P. Chrysochous Municipality Requests Clear Instructions Regarding Foot-and-Mouth Disease

Published February 26, 2026, 09:11
P. Chrysochous Municipality Requests Clear Instructions Regarding Foot-and-Mouth Disease

The Municipality of Polis Chrysochous has sent a letter to the Ministry of Agriculture, requesting clear instructions regarding foot-and-mouth disease. Mayor Giotis Papachristofi emphasized the need for timely information and coordination to protect public health and local livestock farming. Meetings have already been held with officials from the Veterinary Services and preventative disinfection sprays are being applied to vehicles at the slaughterhouse. Livestock farmers in Anarita are expressing concern and requesting clear instructions for disease prevention, as well as support from the state.