K. Tsiaras to EOASNL: The EU threatened us with funding cuts – Addressing the outbreak is not a political issue
Greek Agriculture Minister K. Tsiaras discusses the challenges facing the agricultural sector during a meeting with the Local Farmers' Federation, emphasizing the importance of EU funding and addressing the ongoing outbreak issues.
Messara: The 26-year-old in the hands of the Greek Police for the bloody incident with weapons and clubs
A 26-year-old man has been apprehended by the Greek police following a violent incident in Messara related to ongoing livestock disputes.
From the blockades in Athens the tractors - The 'last card' has fallen, the 'struggle continues'
Greek farmers, fishermen, and livestock breeders have ended their blockades in Athens after 55 days of protests, citing unmet demands for the sustainability of their professions.
D. Koutsoumbas from Syntagma: We are by the side of farmers and livestock breeders
Dimitris Koutsoumbas, the General Secretary of the KKE, affirmed his party's support for Greek farmers and livestock breeders during a national rally in Syntagma, calling for immediate government action to alleviate their financial burdens.
Sheep and Goat Pox: Over 2,500 farms have been affected in the country by the disease
Sheep and goat pox has significantly impacted over 2,500 farms in Greece, resulting in nearly 477,000 animal deaths as reported by the Greek Ministry of Rural Development and Food.
Sheep Pox: Uncontrollable 'Hemorrhage' for Greek Livestock – 476,839 Animals Culled
The outbreak of sheep pox has severely impacted Greek livestock farming, resulting in nearly 477,000 cullings since August 2024.
V. Kokkalis: A document from OPEKEPE indicates subsidies to 29,000 'farmers' without production
Approximately 29,000 individuals received rights, grazing land, and subsidies without delivering milk or meat, according to Vasilis Kokkalis, a member of the Greek Parliament.
SYRIZA: The government is deliberately destroying Greek livestock farming
The Greek opposition party SYRIZA criticizes the government's handling of livestock farming, attributing its decline to deliberate policy choices.
The reaction of livestock farmers after the meeting with the Prime Minister
Greek livestock farmers expressed their concerns about disease spread and called for immediate protective measures in their meeting with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis: Supporting livestock farming is a non-negotiable priority - Vaccination discussion is distracting
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the government's commitment to supporting livestock farmers facing challenges due to sheep pox during a meeting with industry representatives.
Mitsotakis: The goal is the eradication of sheep and goat pox - priority is supporting livestock farming
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reaffirms government support for livestock farming while emphasizing the urgent need to eradicate sheep and goat pox.
Representatives of livestock farmers at Maximos – What they are asking from K. Mitsotakis
A delegation of livestock farmers is set to meet with Greek Prime Minister K. Mitsotakis to secure commitments for immediate and actionable solutions to strengthen the sector.
At 1 PM on Tuesday, Mitsotakis meets with representatives of livestock farmers
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is scheduled to meet with livestock farmers' representatives at 1 PM on Tuesday at the Maximos Mansion.
Meeting of K. Mitsotakis with representatives of livestock farmers on Tuesday at Maximos
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will meet with livestock farmers' representatives on Tuesday.
Sheep Pox: Heavy blow to Greek livestock – Over 475,700 animal deaths
The Greek livestock sector is facing a severe crisis due to sheep pox, with over 475,700 animals having been culled between August 2024 and January 2026.
Measures for farmers: New traceability system for Greek products
The Greek Minister of Digital Governance, Dimitris Papastergiou, announced a new national traceability system for agricultural and livestock products aimed at protecting Greek producers and enhancing the value of Greek products.