Achievements

1. In Vivo conservation for indigenous cows through the establishment of two nucleus herds at El-Serw research station (Damietta governorate) and Seds research station (Beni Suef governorate).
2. Genetic improvement to the available Friesian herd.
3. Genetic improvement of indigenous cows through grading them up with Friesians.
4. Contribute to improve productive and reproductive efficiency under different production systems.
5. Contribute to improve managerial conditions and practices, especially for suckling and growing calves.
6. Involvement in the extension duty through seminars, training courses, leaflets & bulletins and direct consultations.
7. Dissemination of genetically improved Friesian sires to breeders.