Cyprus shifts to productivity-based aid to boost halloumi milk production

The government of Cyprus is changing its strategy to increase the supply of sheep and goat milk used in making halloumi cheese. This comes as demand for the protected designation of origin (PDO) halloumi continues to rise.

As reported by Philenews, the agriculture advisory committee met in Nicosia on Monday, under the chairmanship of Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou. All farmers’ unions were present. The committee approved a set of targeted support measures, focusing on boosting the productivity of livestock farms.