Spanish authorities have temporarily suspended live cattle exports to Morocco following the confirmation of an outbreak of lumpy skin disease among cattle in Spain. According to Spanish media citing official sources, the decision is a precautionary measure intended to prevent the spread of the virus and protect livestock health as well as the agricultural sector. The restrictions apply exclusively to live animal exports, while shipments of red meat and related products continue under current sanitary standards. Lumpy skin disease is a viral infection affecting only cattle and poses no danger to humans. It causes fever, skin nodules, and ulcers, often resulting in economic losses due to hide damage and reduced milk production. Spanish veterinary authorities have stepped up surveillance and containment measures to curb the outbreak, while seeking to prevent the virus from spreading across borders. So far, no cases have been reported in Morocco, which has also reinforced health inspections at border crossings. At the European level, 68 cases have been detected in Italy and 79 in France since June 2025.
