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Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Farmers Attack Ministry – Stefanos Calls for Compensation, Support and Lack of Information

Published February 25, 2026, 12:02
Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Farmers Attack Ministry – Stefanos Calls for Compensation, Support and Lack of Information

Farmers affected by foot-and-mouth disease are expressing anger and concern towards the Ministry of Agriculture and the Veterinary Services, accusing them of a lack of information and transparency. AKEL General Secretary Stefanos Stefanos, after a meeting with farmers, stated that losses could reach €1 million per unit. Farmers are demanding immediate state support with compensation at real prices, loan relief and psychological support. Mr. Stefanos called on the Minister and the Director of Veterinary Services to meet with farmers to hear their concerns. AKEL pledges to convey the farmers' demands to the relevant services and to revisit the area next week.