Sheep Pox: New Arrests for Non-Compliance with Safety Measures
Four individuals were arrested in Greece for violating safety measures to prevent the spread of sheep pox.
Sheep Pox: Private Veterinarians Join the Fight – The Terms, Participation Process, and Fees
The Greek government is activating a new program that allows private veterinarians to assist in controlling the spread of sheep pox under a framework established in late 2025.
Magnesia: A livestock farmer was arrested for violating measures against sheep & goat pox
A foreign livestock farmer was arrested in Magnesia, Greece, for violating measures aimed at preventing the spread of sheep and goat pox.
Sheep and Goat Pox: Over 2,000 confirmed cases
Greece reports over 2,100 confirmed cases of sheep and goat pox and significant livestock deaths amid ongoing disease management efforts.
Sheep Pox: Decrease in Cases, 11 New Cases in the Last Week
Greece is experiencing a reduction in cases of sheep pox, with 11 new cases reported in the past week across seven regional units.
Farmers' Rally: The Hellenic Police Is Disinfecting Tractors for Sheep Pox
The Greek police are on high alert for an upcoming national farmers' rally, implementing health protocols due to concerns over sheep pox.
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.
Livestock farmers warn of a 'war' against sheep and goat pox: 'We will see terrible situations' after Easter
Livestock farmers in Greece are warning about a critical two-month period ahead due to the threat of sheep and goat pox, urging the government to implement a backup plan to eradicate the disease.
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.
PASOK: '500,000 culls, without result - The EFSA refutes the government's inaction'
PASOK criticizes the Greek government for its ineffective management of sheep and goat pox, citing that 500,000 animal culls did not curb the disease's spread.
Sheep Pox: What the Report of Greek Scientists Says About Vaccination
The National Scientific Committee for the Management and Control of Sheep and Goat Pox in Greece has released a report addressing the challenges and uncertainties regarding vaccination against the disease in light of a recent EFSA report.
Sheep Pox: 97 Military Veterinarians Join the Front Line Against the Zoonotic Disease
The Ministry of Rural Development and Food is deploying 97 military veterinarians across the country's regional units to enhance the fight against sheep pox, in collaboration with the Ministry of National Defense and other relevant ministries.
Sheep and Goat Pox: We cannot say for sure how much vaccination would help, says the European Food Safety Authority
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reports significant limitations on drawing safe conclusions regarding vaccination in Greece based on its study of sheep and goat pox in Greece and Bulgaria.
EFSA on sheep pox: There are no vaccines approved at the EU level, the Greek case is complex
The European Food Safety Authority emphasizes that there are no approved vaccines for sheep pox at the EU level, highlighting the complexity of the situation in Greece due to extensive outbreaks.
Tsiaras: Strict implementation of measures for limiting sheep and goat pox is necessary
Greece's Minister of Agricultural Development and Food, Kostas Tsiaras, emphasized the need for strict implementation of biosafety and control measures following a meeting with the relevant European Commissioner.
Sheep and Goat Pox: Meeting of Várhelyi and Tsiaras – What was discussed
Greek Minister of Rural Development and Foods, Kostas Tsiaras, met with the European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare, Olivér Várhelyi, to discuss measures against sheep and goat pox in Greece.
Sheep and Goat Pox: Individual Responsibility is the Government's Solution to the Disease
During today's briefing on the status of sheep and goat pox, Greek officials presented new tools for eradicating the disease, emphasizing the role of individual responsibility.
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.
The two 'camps' for controlling sheep and goat pox – What is the truth about the vaccine?
This article discusses two differing scientific approaches regarding vaccination and control measures for sheep and goat pox, featuring insights from two veterinary professors.
What is true about the vaccination for sheep and goat pox, 7 answers to inaccurate claims
The article discusses the misconceptions surrounding the vaccination for sheep and goat pox and outlines existing European frameworks and disease control measures.
Suicide of a shepherd in Pieria: "He was psychologically destroyed, the animals were his family"
A 55-year-old shepherd in Pieria took his own life shortly after his herd was culled due to sheep and goat pox, leaving his family devastated.
Pieria: Shepherd commits suicide after losing 1,000 sheep to sheep pox
A 52-year-old shepherd in Pieria took his own life after losing his flock of 1,000 sheep to sheep pox, unable to cope with the loss of his animals which he was deeply attached to.
Measures for sheep and goat pox are extended in Crete
The measures to control sheep and goat pox in Crete have been extended to further mitigate the outbreak.
Sheep and Goat Pox: Preventive Measures Extended in Crete
Preventive measures to protect livestock in Crete from sheep and goat pox are being extended due to increased cases on mainland Greece.
Preventive measures for sheep and goat pox extended until January 7 in Crete
Preventive measures to protect Crete's livestock from sheep and goat pox have been extended until January 7, impacting animal movement and biosecurity on farms.
Drama: Four Bulgarians were arrested while trying to smuggle sheep into Greece
Four Bulgarians were arrested in Drama for attempting to smuggle sheep into Greece, in violation of measures against sheep and goat pox.