Foot-and-mouth disease confirmed at livestock farm in Mammari infected zone
Mammari, Cyprus. A livestock unit within the infected zone in Mammari has tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease, the Veterinary Services announced on Wednesday evening. The affected holding is a sheep and goat farm housing approximately 80 adult animals.
Control measures
In a brief statement, the Veterinary Services said all prescribed disease-control procedures are being implemented.
“The procedures provided for by the Veterinary Services are being followed for the immediate culling of the animals,” the announcement said.
Further details
No further details were immediately provided regarding the source of the infection or whether additional farms are under investigation.
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