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Farmers in Desperation as Water is Diverted to Golf Courses

Published January 9, 2026, 12:14
Farmers in Desperation as Water is Diverted to Golf Courses

The Union of Cypriot Farmers (EKA) expresses strong concern over the continued allocation of water from dams to golf courses and tourist accommodations, particularly in Paphos, at the expense of farmers who are seeing their water allocations reduced. The EKA argues that this practice is leading to the economic ruin of farmers and jeopardizing Cyprus's food security, as local production decreases. They are calling for a meeting of the Agricultural Advisory Committee to explore alternative solutions and warn that consumers will be forced to pay higher prices for food.