Foot-and-mouth disease in Cyprus: a long road to eradication
The fight against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in Cyprus remains a complex and long-term task. Despite the measures taken, complete eradication of the disease requires time, strict control, and coordinated actions.
FMD is a highly contagious viral disease affecting cattle, sheep, goats, and other cloven-hoofed animals. Outbreaks deal a serious blow to livestock farming and agriculture as a whole.
Specialists emphasize that for final elimination, the following are necessary:
- Strict veterinary control,
- Prompt identification and isolation of outbreaks,
- Compliance with biosafety on farms,
- Cooperation with international organizations.
Experts note that even with a decrease in the number of cases, the risk of re-emergence persists, especially considering regional factors and transboundary animal movements.
The process of full eradication may take years, but authorities stress they are taking all necessary steps to protect the livestock sector and food security.
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