Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting livestock farmers and eradicating goat and sheep pox during a meeting with representatives from across the country at the Maximos Mansion Tuesday afternoon.

Mitsotakis described the elimination of the disease as a non-negotiable national objective, stressing that protecting the livestock sector and the quality of its products is a top priority for both his administration and himself personally. He highlighted government actions to compensate farmers who lost animals due to the outbreak.

“The next two months until Easter are critical for achieving eradication,” Mitsotakis said, noting that new data show infections have already fallen to very low levels. He stressed the need for strict biosecurity, monitoring of illegal animal movements, and preventing unauthorized vaccinations.

The Prime Minister also addressed the rebuilding of the livestock sector, emphasizing a transition to certified, high-quality products that can command fair market prices. He framed this as part of a broader effort to modernize Greek animal husbandry through coordinated interventions across multiple areas.

Mitsotakis recalled the government’s earlier efforts to curb illegal labeling and Greek product misrepresentation, noting that reforms since 2019 have contributed to higher milk prices, improving the competitiveness of domestic livestock products.

He concluded by urging cooperation from all stakeholders, stating, “There is no Plan B. Only through collective effort can we close this chapter of the disease with minimal impact on farmers.”