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Livestock Farmers in Despair over Foot-and-Mouth Disease: 'We are Alone – We are Going Bankrupt'

Published February 21, 2026, 17:02
Livestock Farmers in Despair over Foot-and-Mouth Disease: 'We are Alone – We are Going Bankrupt'

Livestock farmers are expressing their despair over the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, accusing the authorities of inaction and a lack of protective measures. They report that they have gone bankrupt and are calling for immediate support from the state. Veterinary Services reject the allegations of inaction, stating that they have informed the affected groups and will proceed with the prescribed procedures for non-compliance with instructions during animal collection. A farmer in Oroklini stated that the disease was confirmed on Friday, but adequate measures to prevent its spread, such as area quarantine and disinfection, have not been taken. Additionally, he accuses a SEKAP truck of transporting dead animals from the affected area without any control.