Nicosia, Cyprus. A spokesman for the sheep and goat farmers’ coordinating committee said on Monday that there does not appear to be a shortage of meat for the Easter table. He said supply for Easter consumption is expected to be adequate, depending on developments in foot and mouth disease.
Current supply outlook
Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency, Panikos Kaponas said that based on current data on foot and mouth disease, it does not appear there will be a shortage of lambs and goats for Easter consumption.
Imports not expected
Kaponas said domestic supply appears sufficient to meet demand and that imports from abroad will probably not be necessary.
Disease developments a key factor
He said the situation will continue to be monitored, warning that if the virus spreads to other livestock units beyond those already identified in the Larnaca district, a meat shortage could occur.
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