Cyprus’ government announced a package of measures to support livestock farmers
Mar. 17, 2026
GREECE
CYPRUS
Macro/Political:
- Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides announced that the government has approved a package of measures to support livestock farmers affected by the outbreak of Foot-and-mouth disease. Speaking during a meeting of the Council of Ministers at the Presidential Palace, he said the government has been supporting affected farmers from the outset. As part of the response, the government had already decided on March 5 to provide advance compensation of up to EUR 50,000 per farm, depending on the number of animals, provided that culling had taken place. The new decisions introduce a comprehensive support package aimed at three key objectives: full compensation for affected farmers, income support, and the rapid restart of livestock production.
Source: philenews.com