Paris Agriculture Fair opens without cows for first time due to lumpy skin disease fears
France
French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday inaugurated the annual Paris Agriculture Fair without cattle for the first time ever after an outbreak of lumpy skin disease. France's two main farmer unions also boycotted the traditional meeting with the president in a bid to highlight the difficulties faced by French farmers on the ground.
Issued on: 21/02/2026
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https://www.france24.com/en/france/20260221-paris-agriculture-fair-opens-without-cows-for-first-time-due-to-disease-fearsCOMMENT: I object to that statement:"lumpy skin disease fears"...
...its not a fear its a concern and an observation.. when someone sees lumpy skin it is something to observe and be mindful of and it is wise to modify behavior around that "lumpy skin". Then again "Lumpy skin" is indeed something to be fearful about so perhaps it is okay to use the word fear. Anyway we should be fearful and concerned of it and not risk frivolous transportation of animals to have them congregate in situations that would spread diseases. It is animal abuse to parade animals around for the sake of money or entertainment when the welfare of the animal is at stake.
