Concerns About Foot-and-Mouth Disease in Livadia and Possible Illegal Feed Trafficking
February 21, 2026
The situation regarding foot-and-mouth disease in Livadia is causing concern among authorities, as suspicions of illegal feed trafficking from occupied areas are increasing. Veterinary Services are working to contain the spread of the virus within three kilometers of the outbreak site. Developments include the quarantine of 23 farms and the announcement of the culling of 260 cows. Relevant authorities are ensuring biosecurity measures on farms. The situation is being closely monitored, with additional inspections and sample collections scheduled.