Agriculture Minister Kostas Tsiaras said rising lamb prices are being driven by profiteering, not shortages, as Greece battles a fresh outbreak of sheep pox that threatens farmers, exports, and the country’s famed feta cheese industry

Perhaps the gravest danger lies in the prospect of Greece being classified as a “mandatory vaccination country.”

It was deemed non-compliant and unsafe as it was found to contain mercury levels exceeding the maximum permitted limit.

By law, only cheese produced in specific Greek regions and made using traditional methods can bear the name “feta.”

The looming tariffs add a layer of uncertainty for a product that is not only an economic engine for rural Greek communities but also a point of national pride

Feta in particular, is Greece’s primary dairy export, with 65% of production going abroad.

A report by the Hellenic Competition Commission reveals a 6% decrease in sales of branded feta products, while many Greek households are turning to more affordable cheese options

"This marks the second battle we've won against this American corporate giant, the first being in Singapore. We will not hesitate to continue this fight even within the United States itself!" stated the Greek association

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