Greece has started the payment of benefits for plague and smallpox on sheep and goats

Published 2024년 12월 4일

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The Greek Ministry of Agriculture has started the process of compensating farmers for losses incurred due to animals being killed by plague and smallpox. On December 3, the ministry transferred 5,685,251 euros to the affected regions. This included 4,737,569.76 euros for farmer compensation, 785,091.15 euros as financial aid to citizens affected by restrictive measures, and 162,590.10 euros for regional operating costs. The ministry has credited the containment of the plague epidemic to the collaboration between farmers, veterinary services, and veterinarians, and has been commended by the EU for its handling of the situation.

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Payment of compensation to farmers for animals killed by plague and smallpox has begun, the Greek Ministry of Agriculture announced. Yesterday, December 3, 5,685,251 euros were transferred to the accounts of the regions. In particular, EUR 4,737,569.76 was transferred for compensation to the affected farmers. EUR 785,091.15 was transferred as aid to citizens who suffered financial losses as a result of the restrictive measures imposed. EUR 162,590.10 is given for operating costs of the regions to meet the increased needs caused by the response to animal diseases. The Greek Ministry of Agriculture reports that as of December 3, 2024, the country has managed to contain the plague epidemic. As stated by the Minister of Rural Development and Food, Kostas Tsiaras, "this success is due to a single factor: the cooperation of all stakeholders, especially livestock breeders, with the veterinary services and veterinarians in ...

Source: Sinor