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1. Meat prices surge up to 28% in Cyprus

Sharp price increases, reaching as high as 28%, have been recorded for lamb, goat, and beef in Cyprus, according to new data from the Consumer Protection Service. ...

2. Halloumi exports tested as foot-and-mouth disease spreads

The continued spread of foot-and-mouth disease has raised serious concern across Cyprus’s agri-food sector and business community, particularly regarding halloumi, the country’s most important agricultural export....

3. Facing the harsh reality of the foot-and-mouth crisis

The arrival of European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare Oliver Várhelyi in Cyprus brought a decisive end to livestock farmers’ request that animals not infected with foot and mouth disease be spared on farms where cases have been detected....

4. Cyprus ramps up culling  as authorities race to contain foot-and-mouth outbreak

Authorities are intensifying efforts to contain the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease affecting livestock units in the Larnaca district, with thousands of animals either already culled or scheduled for destruction in the coming days....

5. Cyprus retail market holds steady despite foot-and-mouth outbreak

Consumers are continuing to shop as usual, with no signs of hesitation or fear following the latest crisis triggered by the detection of foot-and-mouth disease cases in 11 livestock units affecting roughly 14,000 animals. ...

6. Cattle vaccinations completed in 3-kilometer zone as foot-and-mouth response ramps up

Authorities have completed the vaccination of cattle within a three-kilometer radius of infected farms as Cyprus moves swiftly to contain the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, the Agriculture Ministry said Friday....

7. The lessons of crisis

One could reasonably say the ink has already dried on the Covid-19 crisis. Yet the lessons from it should by now have become second nature to us....

8. Foot-and-mouth crisis deepens as questions mount over early response

A week into Cyprus’ foot-and-mouth disease crisis, frustration is rising, and so are the questions....

9. Foot-and-mouth cases raise fears for halloumi production

Concern is spreading through the business community following the detection of foot-and-mouth disease in 11 livestock units, a development affecting thousands of animals and raising serious risks for production and the wider market....

10. Tensions in Parliament boil over: ''Tell us, since you know better, what would you have done?''

Parliament’s Agriculture Committee convened in emergency session today as Cyprus races to contain the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease....

11. Virus was spreading for weeks before alarm raised in foot-and-mouth outbreak

Authorities say the foot-and-mouth outbreak that has rattled Cyprus’ livestock sector may have been quietly spreading for weeks before anyone sounded the alarm, and now police are investigating whether warning signs were ignored....

12. Monday, February 16th: Say cheese! 'Tyrini’ begins under hazy skies

A weak high-pressure system is currently holding the line, but it’s bringing a hazy companion: dust. Expect to see suspended particles in the atmosphere from today through Wednesday. ...

13. EU infringement package flags Cyprus for delays across food, finance and energy rules

The European Commission’s January infringements package has placed Cyprus under renewed scrutiny, with the country cited in a broad range of cases for failing to fully transpose or notify European Union legislation....

14. Good news for shoppers: Zero VAT stays on basic goods in 2026

Shoppers in Cyprus will get a break on everyday essentials for another year, as the government confirmed that zero VAT on a range of basic goods will remain in place throughout 2026....

15. Strangers step in while government fails to act

A 21-year-old mother in Paphos found herself in an impossible situation, struggling to care for her two young children, aged three years and 11 months. With no resources and no immediate help from official channels, Kyriaki turned to the community and found an outpouring of support....

16. Officials stress foot-and-mouth disease affects animals only and cannot infect people

Veterinary authorities have moved to allay public concern over foot-and-mouth disease, stressing that the illness poses no risk to human health....

17. Cyprus steps onto global space stage with new industry alliance

Cyprus is moving from the sidelines to active participation in the global space industry, as local companies gain access to funding, partnerships and large-scale international projects through a newly formed industry association....

18. Cyprus launches its first breast milk bank

Cyprus is taking a major step forward in neonatal care with the creation of the country’s first National Human Milk Bank, a project now backed financially by the charity “Thermokitida Agapis” (Incubator of Love)....

19. Festive Sips & Wagging Tails: Holidays at Bean Bar

This festive season, Bean Bar, the favourite brand of coffee lovers, is launching limited-edition flavours and actively supporting Simba Animal Aid....

20. Bean Bar offers brunch and delicious food options that stand out

Bean Bar offers some delicious surprises to satisfy every taste preference. The new, updated menu available at the chain’s two flagship stores on Makariou Avenue in Nicosia and Kolonakiou Avenue in Limassol stands out for its unique flavours and high-quality ingredients. ...

21. When €9 sheftalies make you rethink dining in Cyprus

You know that moment when you’re asked to pay €9 for three tiny sheftalies? That’s when you start wondering if the bill secretly includes the server’s storytelling or the restaurant’s marketing pitch, because apparently, those are more important than the taste....

22. Cyprus extends zero VAT on essential goods through 2026

Cyprus will maintain a zero value-added tax on certain basic goods until December 2026, the Finance Minister, Makis Keravnos, announced Wednesday following Cabinet approval of the measure....

23. Charalambides Christis fixes milk shelf-life glitch

Charalambides Christis has confirmed it found and resolved the issue that caused a shorter shelf life in a limited number of its two-liter fresh milk packages....

24. Complaints pour in over spoiled milk from Charalambides-Christis

Dozens of consumers across Cyprus have filed complaints after discovering that fresh milk from Charalambides-Christis was turning sour several days before the stated expiration date, sparking concern among households and prompting an investigation....

25. When ‘fresh’ milk isn’t so fresh

A growing number of Cypriot consumers are reporting that cartons of fresh milk are turning sour days before the expiration date, prompting an uproar and raising questions about quality control in one of the island’s most trusted dairy brands....

26. Cypriot tradition came to life at Alphamega Hypermarkets

The 1st Cypriot Tradition Festival titled “Cypriot and Authentic” took place on Sunday, 28 September, at the outdoor area of Alphamega Engomi, attracting a large, enthusiastic crowd. Visitors of all ages enjoyed an authentic experience, full of flavours, music, games and images of Cypriot tradition that we all love and want to preserve....

27. Alphamega Hypermarkets to host the 1st Cypriot Tradition Festival ''Cypriot and Authentic''

28. Valio PROfeel makes its debut in Cyprus

Valio, Finland’s leading dairy producer with over a century of experience in crafting high-quality dairy products, proudly announces the launch of its Valio PROfeel range in Cyprus....

29. Big Greek players move in on Cyprus' signature cheese

Cyprus’ beloved halloumi is having a moment, and it’s not just on the grill. The country’s signature cheese is drawing serious attention from international investors, as Greek dairy giants plough hundreds of millions into Cypriot facilities, betting big on the future of the PDO-certified export star....

30. Pralina Experience | Summer in the City

Summer in the city takes on its own rhythm. Walks become more relaxed, moments more enjoyable, and flavors lighter! In Stasikratous, the heart of Nicosia, Pralina Experience invites you to experience summer 'differently' through its renewed menu, which combines freshness and creativity in an all-day fine dining & wine experience....