Increase in Violations Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Crisis
June 2, 2026
The foot-and-mouth disease crisis is escalating, with the police investigating six serious violations related to illegal animal movements. The President will meet with epidemiological teams and agricultural organizations to discuss the situation. Veterinary Services are implementing stricter controls, resulting in 27 administrative fines. Violations include illegal movements and uncontrolled grazing, while farmers are calling for mass culling to stop. Authorities emphasize that the virus spreads rapidly and that daily inspections are not feasible.