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Veterinary Services Director Denies Threats to Farmers, Accuses Them of Obstructing Inspections

Published March 20, 2026, 12:13
Veterinary Services Director Denies Threats to Farmers, Accuses Them of Obstructing Inspections

The Director of Veterinary Services, Christodoulos Pipis, responded to complaints from farmers regarding threats of arrest, categorically denying any threats. He emphasized that the Service operates strictly within the legal framework, aiming to ensure the health of livestock and farmers. Mr. Pipis stated that farmers obstructed inspections provided for by law, such as inspections and sample collection, while dismissing claims of illegal sampling as unfounded. He warned of the serious risk of virus spread due to the obstruction of inspections and hinted at political exploitation of the issue, linking it to the election period. He stressed that the cooperation of farmers is crucial to address the situation.