The Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation has announced a significant push in livestock reproductive care and genetic improvement efforts during June, as part of a broader strategy to boost national productivity and food security.
According to a statement released on Monday, the General Authority for Veterinary Services recorded a total of 35,697 artificial inseminations across the country throughout the month.
The procedures included 30,068 cows and 5,629 buffaloes, highlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening the genetic quality of national herds.
Dr. Hamed El-Aqnas, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Authority for Veterinary Services, attributed the initiative to directives from Minister of Agriculture Alaa Farouk, under the supervision of Deputy Minister Eng. Mustafa El-Sayyad. He emphasized that the strategy aims to improve livestock efficiency, develop superior breeds, and adopt advanced scientific techniques to foster sustainable growth in the sector.
The insemination services were delivered through 1,588 artificial insemination stations, strategically distributed across governorates to ensure accessibility for breeders in rural and underserved areas.
In addition to insemination services, around 56,805 doses of frozen semen were produced from genetically superior calves at the Abbassia and Beni Suef centers.
The ministry also distributed 36,065 doses to regional insemination points and examined 31,914 imported semen doses to further support ongoing genetic enhancement programs.
The authority’s efforts extended beyond insemination.
Reproductive health checks were conducted on 15,871 animals, including 7,241 cows, 2,781 buffaloes, and 5,849 sheep and goats.
Infertility treatments were provided to 14,304 animals suffering from conditions such as silent estrus, ovarian disorders, malnutrition, and uterine infections.
The report also detailed treatment for other livestock health concerns. A total of 2,766 cases of mastitis and udder diseases were addressed, while 572 animals were treated for respiratory and nutritional conditions.
Moreover, veterinary teams managed 1,924 obstetric emergencies, including complications like retained placenta, uterine infections, and difficult births.
These efforts, authorities say, are crucial to improving herd health, ensuring food production resilience, and bolstering the country’s livestock economy.
The Ministry continues to position Egypt as a regional leader in livestock development through science-based veterinary care and breeder support.
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