DPS MP Despotović stated that Montenegrin livestock farmers are requesting an earlier start to lamb purchases, but their concerns are not being addressed, accusing Joković of avoiding responsibility.

Livestock farmers in Montenegro are dissatisfied with the Ministry of Agriculture's stance on drought aid, being told assistance can only be expected after damage assessment by municipal secretariats.

Livestock farmers are raising concerns about significantly higher feed costs and potential price increases for their products, attributing the issue to drought and poor hay yields.

The Greek Agriculture Ministry has approved €38.1 million in compensation for livestock farmers who suffered losses due to disease outbreaks, including sheep and goat pox, peste des petits ruminants (PPR), and foot-and-mouth disease, covering mandatory culling and income losses in the first half of 2026.

Austrian livestock farmers are grappling with an "historic drought" exacerbated by climate change and extreme heat, which poses a significant economic threat to the country's agriculture, according to ministers.

The Serbian agricultural sector, already weakened, is now facing a severe crisis due to African swine fever, which threatens to decimate pig farming, ruin livestock farmers, and disrupt the meat market.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus are protesting the government's decision to use local herds to replace animals lost to Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) containment measures, rather than importing new stock.

Livestock farmers from Delčevo are protesting, demanding immediate payment of milk production subsidies, which they claim are 16 months overdue, and warning of pressure from dairies.

The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management has appealed to livestock farmers to take timely measures to ensure sufficient water for animals during the upcoming summer period, especially in certain areas.

The European Parliament has adopted a law that, among other things, prohibits the use of the term "vegetable steak" to protect livestock farmers. However, it will permit the use of terms like "sausages" and "burgers" for vegetarian products.

Hungarian Agriculture Minister Bóna Szabolcs implemented a new regulation that reportedly complicates operations for livestock farmers, despite his own agricultural company having recently recovered from difficulties.

Livestock farmers are prepared to march on the presidential palace on Friday as frustration grows over the government’s handling of the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.

The 'Voice of Livestock Farmers' association has labeled the controversy surrounding sampling procedures a 'major fiasco' and plans a protest outside the presidential palace. A spokeswoman highlighted the farmers' concerns.

Veterinary services and livestock farmers in Cyprus are continuing consultations regarding an ongoing outbreak of foot and mouth disease.

Members of the newly formed association of livestock farmers ‘The Voice of Livestock Breeders’ headed to Pachna on Thursday to prevent the culling of further animals amid the most recent outbreak of…

Wolves are becoming more prevalent in Latvia, prompting a study across 12 European countries to understand how livestock farmers can coexist with them.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus are in dispute with the government over compensation related to a foot and mouth disease (FMD) outbreak, threatening further protests if their concerns are not addressed.

Tensions persist between livestock farmers and the agriculture ministry in Cyprus following discussions on compensation measures related to a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.

Livestock farmers who did not report potential animal disease cases in time are being fully excluded from compensation, even for animals that were ultimately culled, leading to calls for injustices to be rectified.

The Romanian government has approved measures to support the agricultural sector, extending electricity subsidies for irrigation until May 31, 2026, and allocating 275 million lei for vegetable and livestock farmers.

Anđušić stated on X that a solution was promised to livestock farmers a few days ago, but they are now facing difficulties, implying the solution has not materialized or been effective.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus have announced the formation of a new association, seeking an urgent meeting with the president to press for changes in the handling of the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.

The Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food has issued a warning to livestock farmers regarding telephone scam attempts.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has promised unlimited financial support to livestock farmers on Lesvos as a rare strain of foot-and-mouth disease spreads across the island.

A violent conflict between livestock farmers over land in the Koutaranto area of Greece's Lasithi region resulted in a 36-year-old man being seriously injured in a knife fight.

A violent altercation between livestock farmers in Lasithi, Greece, resulted in a 36-year-old man being hospitalized with knife wounds and the arrest of two other individuals over land disputes.

Livestock farmers are gathering at Rizoelia roundabout in Larnaca on Thursday to protest the ongoing mass culling of animals due to the foot and mouth outbreak, while the police will be present to…

The Federation of Agricultural Associations of Lesbos will hold an open general assembly in response to the morning termination of the Mytilene port occupation by protesting livestock farmers on the island.

PASOK-KINAL President Nikos Androulakis held a meeting with livestock farmers, cheesemakers, and producers in Lesbos, proposing five measures to support them during his visit to the island.

Greece's Minister of Rural Development, M. Schoinas, has hailed the reopening of Lesbos port as a positive development following protests by the island's livestock farmers.

A union warns that approximately half of Cyprus's livestock farmers are unlikely to resume operations after a recent foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.

Lesbos is experiencing severe shortages of basic products in supermarkets, with shelves empty of fruits, vegetables, and meat. This is due to ongoing protests by livestock farmers, now in their fifth day, preventing trucks from operating.

Livestock farmers from Lesbos traveled to Athens to meet with the Minister of Rural Development, expressing their distress and demanding solutions.

Livestock farmers in Lesbos held a rally and blockaded ports in Mytilene to protest the devastating impact of foot-and-mouth disease, with a meeting scheduled with a government official to address the crisis.

The Greek government is facing criticism for its handling of a crisis affecting livestock farmers in Lesbos, with the assignment of crisis management to Makarios Lazaridis seen as a devaluation of the farmers' concerns.

Livestock farmers in Mytilene, Greece, staged a protest by occupying the ramp of a passenger ship and pouring milk into the sea, turning the water white.

A heated public dispute erupted between PASOK MP Panagiotis Doudonis and journalist Vassilis Chioti regarding compensation for livestock farmers on the island of Lesbos.

Makarios Lazaridis criticized PASOK and the majority of the minor opposition parties for rejecting Article 51 of a bill, which would have provided support to livestock farmers affected by foot-and-mouth disease.

Farmers in Kompoti, Aetolia-Acarnania, Greece, are in despair due to continuous wolf attacks on their herds, reporting daily losses of livestock.

Support measures, including compensation for milk collected since March 15, have been announced for livestock farmers in Lesbos following an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, with government intervention and commitments from Minister Tsiaras.

Livestock farmers in Mytilene, Lesbos, have intensified their protests by blocking access to the port, causing a ferry to depart without vehicles. The demonstration is led by the Federation of Agricultural Associations of Lesbos.

By decision of North Aegean Regional Governor Kostas Moutzouris, all regional services in Lesbos, except for the Veterinary Service and vehicles, will remain closed tomorrow, March 23, in solidarity with the livestock community.

Livestock farmers on Lesbos have once again blocked the port of Mytilene, expressing strong dissatisfaction over large quantities of milk remaining unsold as part of their ongoing protests.

Greek Minister of Rural Development and Food, Kostas Tsiaras, met with the Panhellenic Union of Livestock Breeders in Thessaloniki to address issues concerning Greek livestock farming and the prevention of animal diseases.

President Nikos Christodoulides announced a sweeping nine-point support package for livestock farmers on Monday as Cyprus’s foot-and-mouth outbreak continues to spread, pledging full compensation, income support and a long-term plan to rebuild the sector. Speaking at the Presidential Palace after a Cabinet meeting, Christodoulides said the government had already decided on 5 March to offer […]

Livestock farmers in Larnaca, Cyprus, blocked roads in protest against the mandatory culling of animals linked to an outbreak of foot and mouth disease. Protests intensified with farmers gathering in Oroklini.

Livestock farmers in the Larnaca district on Wednesday staged a protest against the ongoing culling of animals in the aftermath of an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in the area in recent weeks.

Cypriot livestock farming is under siege as an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease threatens to decimate the industry and cause retail prices to skyrocket ahead of Easter.

Serbian livestock farmers expecting 100,000 dinars per first-calver are facing an unpleasant surprise as the state has limited payments to 20 animals, leading to millions in losses due to new Ministry

Agricultural minister, Maria Panayiotou addressed growing criticism on Wednesday over the government’s handling of the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, insisting that strict biosecurity measures and a national action plan had been in place from the outset. Speaking after a meeting with representatives of livestock farmers and cheesemakers, she rejected claims of negligence, especially those raised during […]

Negotiations are set to begin on Monday to provide a regular water supply to Kučka Korita in Montenegro, a long-standing goal for local residents and livestock farmers. An NGO has initiated the effort to resolve this critical issue.

Livestock farmers in Danilovgrad, Montenegro, are demanding the abolition of VAT on animal feed, refunds of fuel excises, and additional subsidies due to extensive damage caused by drought and storms.

Livestock farmers in Montenegro are threatening protests due to unaddressed demands, while Minister Joković is reportedly on vacation and will address their letter upon his return. The farmers are expressing frustration over the lack of response to their concerns.

Livestock farmers are set to receive €4.2 million in compensation for approximately 75,000 animals that were culled, likely due to disease outbreaks.

70,000 sheep are being used as a natural and effective method for fire prevention in the Sierra de Jaén, Spain, managed by local livestock farmers.

A SYRIZA-PS MP is demanding an end to the exclusion of livestock farmers, whose herds were culled due to smallpox, from receiving connected aid payments.

The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture has issued a public call for livestock farmers to apply for this year's subsidies for breeding cows to raise calves for fattening.

The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has warned livestock farmers about the risk of heat stress in animals due due to warm weather, announcing plans to use drones to monitor the welfare of cows, pigs, sheep, and horses.

Livestock farmers in Greece, affected by recent floods, report that they have not received support comparable to that given to producers impacted by animal diseases, leading to loss of animals and livelihoods.

Livestock farmers in North Macedonia are demanding that the Food and Veterinary Agency (AHV) publicly name dairies that add 'chemicals' to cheese and revoke their production rights, rather than imposing small fines.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus are set to protest before the presidential palace on Friday to express dissatisfaction with the management of foot and mouth disease and demand a meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides.

The Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food (YPAAT) has issued a warning against complacency regarding sheep and goat pox, announcing strict controls and support measures for livestock farmers.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus are facing severe losses due to a foot and mouth disease outbreak, prompting calls for authorities to strictly enforce FMD regulations despite farmer anger.

SYRIZA-PS MPs, led by A. Panagiotopoulos, have raised questions regarding the seizure of compensation payments intended for livestock farmers in Western Achaia who lost their herds.

The Cypriot government has announced a €35.6 million support package to compensate and assist livestock farmers affected by the recent foot and mouth disease outbreak, following protests and criticism from the farming community.

Adonis Georgiadis launched a fierce attack on Nikos Androulakis, criticizing the PASOK president's stance on the OPEKEPE case and the request for a preliminary inquiry committee regarding 39 livestock farmers in Serres.

The transfer of dead animals to a designated burial site in Palaiometocho, Cyprus, was completed despite protests from approximately 50 livestock farmers.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus have canceled their planned protest following an initiative by the Presidential Palace, Veterinary Services, and Agriculture Ministry to start consultations.

A newly formed association of Cypriot livestock farmers and butchers, protesting mass culling under the country's foot-and-mouth disease response, will meet to decide next steps if the President does not respond to their meeting request.

The Greek government has announced the allocation of 22.8 million euros to livestock farmers whose animals were culled, alongside an additional 90 million euros designated for naval training initiatives. These funds address different sectors requiring financial support.

The Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food has disbursed 22.7 million euros in compensation to 849 livestock farmers whose animals were culled due to diseases like sheep and goat pox and foot-and-mouth disease.

Livestock farmers in the Thiès region of Senegal have voiced their distress to authorities regarding persistent cattle theft.

The depopulated municipality of El Recuenco in Guadalajara, Spain, is relying on a herd of nine bison to restore its forests and prevent fires, filling a role previously held by local livestock farmers.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus plan to formally request a meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides to address ongoing tensions regarding the mass culling of animals due to the spread of foot-and-mouth disease.

Farmers in Cyprus are intensifying their protests against foot-and-mouth disease cullings, blocking the Rizoelia junction, highways, and Larnaca port. The demonstrations have led to suspended talks and police rerouting traffic.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus are planning a protest at the Rizoelia roundabout in Larnaca to demonstrate against the mass culling of animals due to a foot and mouth disease outbreak, coinciding with the arrival of EU leaders.

Nine livestock associations in Eastern Macedonia-Thrace, Greece, have submitted a request to the Minister of Rural Development and Food, demanding fair compensation for mandatory animal confinement due to animal diseases.

A livestock farmer from Lesbos, Manolis Konstantidellis, described the economic devastation for local farmers, stating that the island has become a 'vast cemetery of sheep' following a catastrophic event.

Livestock farmers on Lesbos have maintained a blockade of Mytilene port for a sixth consecutive day, leading to concerns about the island's supplies amidst ongoing protests.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus staged a protest in Nicosia over the handling of a surge in foot-and-mouth disease cases and culling measures, leading to brief road blockades.

Livestock farmers in Mytilene, Greece, have blockaded both commercial ports, preventing the delivery of goods and leading to shortages in the island's supermarkets.

Ferry services connecting Turkey to the Greek island of Lesbos have been suspended until April 22. The disruption is a direct result of ongoing protests by livestock farmers.

The Dutch cabinet is offering subsidies to livestock farmers who commit to reducing their cow numbers for three years, aiming to address environmental concerns.

Greece's Deputy Minister of Rural Development and Food, Makarios Lazaridis, has sharply criticized PASOK for voting against support measures for livestock farmers and addressing foot-and-mouth disease.

Former Greek minister Notis Mitarakis expressed surprise at his name being linked to an OPEKEPE case concerning a subsidy for two livestock farmers in Chios, stating he only received a letter about their issues in 2021.

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) announced a support package to assist livestock farmers and other businesses and individuals impacted by foot and mouth disease.

Hundreds of livestock farmers and other agricultural workers, joined by community representatives, have blocked the General Secretariat of the Aegean and Island Policy in Mytilene, Lesbos, to demand immediate solutions to their issues.

Livestock farmers on Lesbos have decided to completely block all entry and exit gates of Mytilene port until Monday evening, with the port being blocked since Sunday afternoon.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus are facing financial devastation due to the rapid spread of foot and mouth disease, which has necessitated the culling of thousands of animals.

Livestock farmers in the Paphos district of Cyprus are protesting new measures implemented by the agriculture ministry, which restrict access to protect animals from foot-and-mouth disease.

Livestock farmers in Yeri, Cyprus, protested outside a livestock unit against the veterinary services' plan to collect animal samples, as tensions rise over containment measures for the spreading foot-and-mouth disease.

Veterinary services spokeswoman Sotiria Gregoriadou urged livestock farmers on Saturday to comply with protocol against foot-and-mouth disease and focus on the broader effort to eliminate the virus…

Livestock farmers from across Cyprus gathered in Oroklini, blocking roads in an effort to stop the culling of sheep and goats at a colleague's unit, protesting the severe outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in the Larnaca district.

Cyprus risks expulsion from the EU Single Market if it fails to adhere to EU regulations regarding the mass culling of animals during foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks, a warning issued by the government to livestock farmers.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus, affected by the culling of their animals to contain foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), have demanded a meeting with the president to express their grievances.

Serbian livestock farmers are facing unexpected financial losses as the government has capped subsidies for first-calving heifers at 20 animals per farm, a decision made without prior announcement.

Disy leader Annita Demetriou met with animal farmers in Aradippou, Cyprus, who are facing what has been described as the 'gravest threat in living memory' to their professional lives.

While hot weather is expected to recede, drought-affected counties in Ireland show little sign of rain, leading many livestock farmers to feed their animals winter silage due to poor grass growth.

Livestock farmers are being compelled to sell their cattle due to a severe shortage of feed, a direct consequence of ongoing drought conditions.

The European Commission's new strategy for the livestock sector includes a series of financial procedures to support farmers, outlining a long-term vision for the sector's development, including measures for slaughterhouses, damages, and crises.

The Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food is paying 4.2 million euros in compensation to 176 livestock farms for animals mandatorily culled due to diseases like sheep pox and foot-and-mouth disease.

Livestock farmers in North Macedonia are demanding immediate vaccination of sheep against smallpox and have met with the Food and Veterinary Agency to define key steps.

The Cypriot cabinet has approved an additional €6.35 million in support for livestock farmers affected by foot and mouth disease, with the Agriculture Minister reaffirming commitment to the sector's recovery.

Nomadic livestock farmers in Greece are facing difficulties, prompting calls for explanations and support for hundreds of producers.

The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture has issued an appeal to livestock farmers, advising them to ensure a timely water supply for their animals during the upcoming summer months.

The European Union is set to ban the use of terms like 'steaks' or 'bacon' for plant-based products, while allowing 'veggie burgers' to retain their name, following arguments from livestock farmers.

The SDSM party in North Macedonia is calling for urgent intervention to ensure uninterrupted milk purchase, accusing the Minister of Agriculture of failing to address the severe crisis faced by livestock farmers.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus attempted to march to the presidential palace to protest the government's response to a foot and mouth disease outbreak, but police intervened to block their tractors.

Livestock farmers in Indonesia are experiencing a decline in demand for animals ahead of Idul Adha, attributed to weakened purchasing power among consumers.

Consultations between veterinary services, livestock farmers, and agricultural organizations in Cyprus failed to achieve a breakthrough, leading farming representatives to reiterate their demand for a meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides.

Hungary's agriculture minister, Szabolcs Bóna, stated that Ukrainian grain drives down prices during drought conditions, emphasizing the need to consider the interests of Hungarian feed producers and livestock farmers.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus have submitted proposals to restart production following a foot and mouth disease outbreak, reaching an understanding with the Agriculture Minister.

Adonis Georgiadis commented on Nikos Androulakis's stance regarding an error in his asset declaration, linking it to the OPEKEPE case and the request for a preliminary inquiry committee concerning livestock farmers from Serres.

Livestock farmers in Lesbos held a teleconference with the Ministry of Rural Development, and S. Famellos visited the island, to address the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. The meetings aim to coordinate efforts and discuss measures to contain the spread of the disease.

A compensation package for Cypriot livestock farmers resuming operations after foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks has been agreed upon and will be submitted to the Council of Ministers for approval.

The Cypriot government and the Akel party are engaged in a public debate over the economy and the rising cost of living. Simultaneously, livestock farmers have threatened new protests unless the President agrees to meet with them to address their concerns.

Three new cases of foot-and-mouth disease have been reported in Athienou, Cyprus, putting local livestock farmers on high alert. The total number of culled animals on the island is approaching 60,000, and the EU has extended trade measures.

Livestock farmers affected by an epidemic are being cautioned to be vigilant against potential scams targeting their vulnerable situation.

Police in Cyprus are facing criticism for their management of a livestock farmers' protest in Rizoeilia, where demonstrators blocked all exits at a roundabout, causing significant traffic disruption.

Cypriot veterinary services have issued eight fines totaling €45,000 to livestock farmers for breaching restrictions related to foot and mouth disease, following extensive and targeted inspections.

Livestock farmers in Cyprus blocked a major roundabout and confronted the Justice Minister, now threatening to march on an EU leaders’ working dinner in protest of foot-and-mouth disease culls.

A video shows jackals digging through trash on the Pelješac peninsula, with their increasing numbers creating issues for local livestock farmers, prompting a reward for culling.

The Serbian Ministry of Agriculture announced that livestock farmers will no longer be required to justify their subsidies with invoices.

Margaritis Schoinas, Minister of Rural Development and Food, welcomed the opening of Mytilene port by livestock farmers during the inaugural meeting for the consultation on the new Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 2028-2034.

Livestock farmers on Lesvos are protesting against the mass culling of herds due to foot-and-mouth disease, demanding an immediate vaccination program instead. Their actions have led to blockades at the port and village, causing shops to close.

Livestock farmers on Lesbos are continuing their protests for a sixth day, leading to significant shortages of basic products in the local market due to disruptions in the supply chain.

Greek livestock farmers are escalating their protests after a meeting at the Ministry of Rural Development yielded no results, vowing to continue their struggle.

Livestock farmers in Greece held a mass rally, expressing desperation and demanding immediate solutions for the primary sector. A meeting was held at the General Secretariat of the Aegean and Island Policy to address their concerns.

Ferry services connecting the ports of Mytilene and Ayvalık (Turkey) have been suspended until April 22 due to ongoing protests by livestock farmers. The demonstrations are taking place at the port of Lesbos.

Livestock farmers on the Greek island of Lesbos are escalating their protests against financial hardship, which they attribute to the lockdown imposed since March 16. Demonstrators poured milk, discarded animal feed, and blocked passenger entry to a ship.

Deputy Minister of Rural Development and Food, Makarios Lazaridis, launched a fierce criticism against PASOK, accusing the party of acting as a 'tail' to Pavlos Polakis and Stefanos Kasselakis after they voted against measures supporting livestock farmers and addressing foot-and-mouth disease.

A new disease detection drive is providing a significant boost for livestock farmers in Kenya, aiming to improve animal health and productivity.

Morocco has launched a new phase of financial support for livestock farmers, which follows a nationwide verification process aimed at ensuring the preservation of female sheep and goats crucial for breeding.

SYRIZA-PS's Agricultural Policy department and sector head Vassilis Kokkalis issued a joint statement calling for the vindication of Lesbos livestock farmers' struggle against perceived government insensitivity.

Livestock farmers on Lesbos have initiated a complete blockade of Mytilene port's entry and exit points until Monday evening, protesting concerns related to foot-and-mouth disease.

The Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food, in coordination with the Ministry of National Economy and Finance, announced compensation for livestock farmers in Lesbos for milk affected by measures against the spread of foot-and-mouth disease.

PASOK has launched a strong attack on the Greek government, accusing it of inadequacy and inaction regarding the unprecedented crisis faced by Greek livestock farmers due to epidemics, citing insufficient prevention and underestimation of risks.

President Nikos Christodoulides has announced a nine-point support package for livestock farmers in Cyprus as the country faces an escalating outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease.

Livestock farmers decided on Saturday to give the government until next Tuesday to answer a set of questions over the compulsory culling of all animals in units where foot-and-mouth disease cases are…

The meetings with EU Commissioner Varhelyi over what can only be described as the barely concealed demands of political parties, livestock farmers, and agricultural organisations — that Cyprus receive preferential treatment, sparing it both the culling of animals on infected premises and the export restrictions on dairy products that apply to every other EU member […]

President Nikos Christodoulides issued a firm assurance on Sunday that the government stands by those affected by the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, emphasizing that the state and livestock farmers…

Municipal services are at the disposal of livestock farmers, the mayor of Dromolaxia–Meneou said on Monday, following a meeting held on February 27 to address concerns over foot-and-mouth disease. Speaking to CNA, Mayor Andreas Andronikou announced that a municipal employee has been assigned to assist livestock farmers around the clock with any issues related to […]

Serbian livestock farmers are facing unexpected losses of millions of dinars after the state abruptly limited subsidies for first-calf heifers to 20 animals per farm, despite previous expectations of 100,000 dinars per animal.