The Popular and Military Defense Forces, in cooperation with Tanta University, organized a field visit for a number of university students to the Silo Foods Food Industries Company, with the aim of introducing students to one of the national industrial projects, learning about the role of food industries in supporting the Egyptian economy, developing students' capabilities and enhancing their awareness of the development witnessed by the Egyptian state in various productive sectors.

    The visit comes within the framework of Tanta University's keenness to enhance cooperation with various state institutions, and implement educational and awareness activities that contribute to building the personality of the university student, developing his national affiliation, and preparing him to participate effectively in the development process that Egypt is witnessing.

    Prof. Mohamed Hussein, President of Tanta University, stressed that organizing field visits to major national and industrial projects represents one of the important axes in building students' awareness and informing them of the extent of the efforts made by the state to develop the industrial sector and enhance local production. He added that these visits provide students with an important opportunity to get to know national projects closely, understand their role in supporting the economy and providing job opportunities, as well as developing their spirit of belonging and national responsibility. He pointed out the university's keenness to support activities that combine academic knowledge and practical experience, and contribute to preparing generations capable of participating in building the nation's future.

    For his part, Prof. Al-Sayed Al-Ajouz, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, explained that field visits represent an important educational and cultural experience for students, as they provide opportunities for direct exposure to work and production environments, and learning about the latest methods and technologies used in industrial projects. He pointed out that the university is keen to diversify student activities in a way that contributes to expanding students' awareness, enhancing their awareness of national and economic issues, and developing their skills and capabilities. 

    The visit included learning about the nature of work within the company, the stages of production and manufacturing, and the technologies used in the food industries, in addition to learning about the work system and quality, which contributes to linking the academic aspect with practical application, and providing the opportunity for students to learn about realistic models of major industrial projects and their role in achieving sustainable development.