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Veterinary Services: Payments Continue to Livestock Farmers Affected by Foot-and-Mouth Disease

Published March 28, 2026, 14:26
Veterinary Services: Payments Continue to Livestock Farmers Affected by Foot-and-Mouth Disease

The Veterinary Services of Cyprus continue payments to livestock farmers affected by foot-and-mouth disease, covering loss of income and the cost of material destruction. Payments are made gradually, depending on the completion of animal culling, and are checked by the Special Advisory Committee, which includes representatives of agricultural organizations and livestock farmers. Information on payments is available on the website footandmouth.gov.cy. At the same time, sampling, tracing and epidemiological investigations continue to limit the spread of the disease, with culling completed within 48 hours of detection of cases. The services emphasize strict adherence to protocols and immediate addressing of any problems. An incident involving a Game Fund employee, who was hospitalized after inhaling disinfectant during spraying, was addressed by providing all necessary protective equipment and issuing clear instructions for the use of disinfectants. The Veterinary Services conduct on-site inspections to ensure proper implementation of procedures and provide repeated instructions where necessary. The health of workers is an absolute priority, according to the Veterinary Services, and all necessary measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. Successful management of foot-and-mouth disease requires the cooperation of all stakeholders and strict adherence to health protocols.