Turkey Temporarily Closes Livestock Markets Nationwide
Turkey Temporarily Closes Livestock Markets Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak
July 2, 2025 | Meatex News Desk
In response to a resurgence of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), Turkish authorities have temporarily shut down livestock markets across the country to contain the outbreak. The decision, announced by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, aims to prevent further spread of the highly contagious virus among cloven-hoofed animals.
Key Measures Implemented
- Nationwide closure of livestock markets and animal movements restricted in affected regions.
- Vaccination campaigns intensified, particularly in high-risk provinces.
- Surveillance and biosecurity protocols have been strengthened at farms and transport hubs.
The outbreak has raised concerns among exporters and domestic producers, especially after the Kurban Bayramı (Eid al-Adha) period, when livestock sales typically surge. Authorities are urging farmers to comply with the restrictions to avoid long-term economic and animal health consequences.
Foot-and-mouth disease, while not a threat to human health, can cause severe losses in livestock productivity and trade.
Original reporting by Reuters.
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