Crisis in Livestock Sector Due to Foot-and-Mouth Disease and Vaccination Proposals
March 8, 2026
The livestock industry is in crisis due to the threat of foot-and-mouth disease, with producers calling for the suspension of the culling of vaccinated animals. President Nikos Christodoulides convened an urgent meeting to address the issue. The enforcement of a European regulation requiring the culling of entire herds raises concerns about prices for Easter, with predictions of price increases for meat. Experts suggest vaccination and deviation from EU policy due to Cyprus's unique circumstances. Stakeholders are demanding immediate actions to save the livestock industry.