The Governor of Sharkia, Eng. Hazem Al-Ashmouni, has emphasized the importance of enhancing livestock productivity to satisfy the local market's demand for red meat and dairy at reasonable prices. He stressed the significance of providing veterinary care to ensure the growth and health of livestock. Major General Dr. Ibrahim Mohamed Metwally, Director of the Veterinary Medicine Directorate, reported on activities aimed at genetic improvement of Egyptian livestock breeds through crossbreeding with adaptable foreign breeds. This initiative, conducted in October 2024, involves a comprehensive reproductive survey and artificial insemination of a significant number of heads of cattle, as part of a larger national project to enhance the quality and yield of Egyptian livestock.