On 13 March 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, paid a working and inspection visit to Blida. Accompanied by the Wali and local authorities, he began his visit at the “Saad Dahlab” University, Blida1, where he visited the entrepreneurship exhibition, which included start-ups, innovative and micro-enterprises that have benefited from funding from the National Entrepreneurship Support & Development Agency, as well as young holders of innovative projects.
In the second part, Mr. Kamel Baddari oversaw the inauguration of the headquarters of the subsidiary “University Farm of the Mitidja”, which is part of the strengthening of the opening of the university to its economic environment, and achieving the transformation of innovation and scientific research into economic projects, particularly in the field of development agri-food industries and to achieve self-sufficiency in the field.
In the third part of the working and inspection visit, the Minister visited the Biotechnological Platform for Medicine and Animal Reproduction, which is dedicated to applied research and support for economic institutions, and various bodies in the development and improvement of high quality animal breeds, such as cattle, sheep, camels and horses. The centre also plays a significant role in preserving local Algerian breeds and protecting them from extinction.
The centre also specialises in the production and supply of local breeds of dogs and horses trained for military and security purposes, helping to reduce the dependence on imports and promote self-sufficiency. The centre is also working to develop breeds adapted to the Algerian climate, thus increasing their immunity and productivity.
It is worth noting that these centres demonstrate the University’s openness to its economic environment, and its effective contribution to the development of the national economy, the creation of wealth and employment, in line with the strategic orientations in order to promote scientific research and its application in various vital sectors.