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Egypt approves EGP 80.9 million in new cattle project financing
October 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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Egypt's agriculture ministry has approved 80.9 million Egyptian pounds in new financing to raise 1,148 head of cattle for small breeders and graduate youth.
- The National Cattle Project board, chaired by Agriculture Minister Alaa Farouk, approved 80.9 million EGP to raise and fatten 1,148 head of cattle.
- Farouk said total financing since launch exceeded 11.535 billion EGP, benefiting 46,416 small breeders and graduate youth raising over 543,710 head.
- Farouk directed intensified field follow-up with veterinary care and technical support for beneficiaries across all governorates.
- Deputy Minister Mostafa El-Sayyad said the project includes barn field inspections and discounted livestock insurance through the insurance fund.



