Farmers call for stricter measures over FMD concerns

The state should consider closing crossing points to and from the north as a “drastic measure” to contain the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, the Pancyprian grain producers’ organisation said on Tuesday.

In a statement, the organisation also called for intensified checks along the ceasefire line as part of efforts to prevent the spread of the virus. At the same time, it expressed “sincere support and solidarity” with livestock farmers across Cyprus who are currently facing difficulties.