Organizers said the programme aims to reduce reliance on imported wheat, raise incomes for smallholder farmers, and broaden consumer choice.
Egypt has also been expanding its storage capacity and modernising logistics infrastructure to strengthen food security.
This was above the 655,000 tons sought in the tender.
The launch introduces SY Sphynx and SY Xanthis as the first hybrid wheat products available for the 2026 sowing season in France.
A total of 11 shipments are being sought, involving one vessel to Jazan port, three to Dammam, three to Yanbu and four to Jeddah.