Foot-and-Mouth Disease Case Detected in Dromolaxia
March 24, 2026
A new case of foot-and-mouth disease has been detected in Dromolaxia, increasing the number of infected livestock units to 46. So far, approximately 23,000 sheep and 1,712 cattle have been culled. Culling is ongoing, with an additional 4,000 sheep and 30 cattle awaiting culling. 98% of the positive animals have been vaccinated, along with 72% of the sheep population. The situation is closely monitored by the Veterinary Services.