The region considered the "breadbasket" of Egypt is the Nile Delta. This fertile area, created by sediment deposited by the Nile River as it flows into the Mediterranean Sea, supports intensive agricultural activity. The Nile Delta is crucial for the country's food production, yielding a variety of crops such as rice, wheat, and vegetables. Its rich soil and abundant water supply allow for multiple harvests each year, making it vital to Egypt's economy and sustaining its population. The Delta's significance extends to historical and cultural aspects of ancient Egyptian civilization.