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Cypriot Farmers Outraged as Water Diverted to Golf Courses Amidst Drought

Published January 9, 2026, 11:11
Cypriot Farmers Outraged as Water Diverted to Golf Courses Amidst Drought

The Union of Cypriot Farmers (EKA) has expressed strong outrage over the allocation of water from dams to golf courses and tourist accommodations, while farmers face water cuts from government projects. EKA warns that this practice is leading to the destruction of Cypriot agriculture and the loss of the country's food security, resulting in higher prices for consumers. The organization calls on the government and the Minister of Agriculture to urgently convene the Advisory Committee on Agriculture to discuss alternative solutions and address the problem.