No export bans on halloumi despite foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks
February 24, 2026
Veterinary Services assure that halloumi is safe for export despite the outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease in certain areas. Key international markets like the UK, Canada, and Australia are not imposing trade restrictions on the product. Halloumi is deemed safe due to the high temperatures involved in its production, which destroy the virus. Meanwhile, the UK is implementing strict measures only for other categories of animals and meat. Orders for halloumi continue normally, reinforcing its market presence.