A Present Vision for Artificial Insemination of Farm Animals in Egypt

It is well known that one of the major limitations in development of farm animals in Egypt is the extremely low reproductive efficiency. As a result, horizontal expansion would be impossible in dairy animals in Egypt. Therefore, such as in developing countries, artificial insemination (AI) programs are one of the most important options for fast development and genetic improvement in animal breeding studies in Egypt. Meanwhile, the proposed genetic improvement of buffalo milk production is being accelerated using an AI network. According to official statistics, Egypt has only two AI centers for selected buffalo sires, serving four AI units. Based on the current status of artificial insemination studies of farm animals in Egypt, this review spots the light on recent progresses in breeding of farm animals such as buffalo, camel, sheep and goat, based on a comprehensive scientific experience for more than a decade to get a better food security in Egypt.