Cyprus Imposes Quarantine After Foot and Mouth Cases
Cyprus Culls Livestock After Disease Detection
Authorities in Cyprus have introduced quarantine measures and ordered culling operations following an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in the Larnaca district.
According to reporting by Cyprus Mail, veterinary services confirmed the detection of the disease, triggering immediate containment protocols. Movement restrictions have been imposed on affected farms, while animals within designated control zones are subject to testing and, where required, humane destruction.
Foot and mouth disease does not pose a risk to human health but spreads rapidly among cloven-hoofed animals, including cattle, sheep and pigs. Outbreaks can have severe economic consequences due to trade restrictions and livestock losses.
Officials are working to contain the situation through surveillance, biosecurity enforcement and tracing of potential animal movements. The scale of the outbreak and its impact on Cyprus’ livestock sector remain under assessment.
Source: Cyprus Mail | 21 February 2026
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