Charalambides Christis addresses challenges in the Cypriot dairy sector

In a recent interview, Marios Konstantinou, CEO of Charalambides Christis, discussed the current state of the Cypriot dairy industry amidst the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease crisis. He emphasized the necessity for a coordinated collective effort to eradicate the epidemic and restore livestock populations and milk production levels. The company aims to maintain the market position of Cypriot halloumi internationally despite these supply chain disruptions. Konstantinou highlighted that the firm is focusing on upgrading its infrastructure and technical equipment as part of its strategic plan. Furthermore, the company is prioritizing animal welfare standards to enhance product quality and consumer trust. Environmental sustainability and internal human resource development were also identified as key pillars of their current operational policy. These efforts are intended to fortify the production chain against future sector-wide challenges.