This case study details a 5t/h advanced animal feed processing plant in Peru, designed to meet the growing demands of the country's poultry and livestock sectors. In response to post-pandemic challenges and rising feed quality standards, the client—a seasoned feed producer—invested in a fully automated turnkey solution to boost pellet durability, energy efficiency, and formulation flexibility.
This case study details a 5t/h advanced animal feed processing plant in Peru, designed to meet the growing demands of the country's poultry and livestock sectors. In response to post-pandemic challenges and rising feed quality standards, the client—a seasoned feed producer—invested in a fully automated turnkey solution to boost pellet durability, energy efficiency, and formulation flexibility.
Customer's initial inquiry content:
"Hello, I am communicating from Peru, in charge of the company for which I work, I am in charge of the quotation of machinery for the renovation of its balanced feed plant for animals, I would appreciate your support in this regard".
Utilizing both local and imported raw materials like corn, soybean meal, and fishmeal, the plant produces high-quality feed for broilers, layers, pigs, and cattle. The project showcases Peru’s expanding feed industry, backed by government incentives and increasing meat consumption. With modular capabilities to also produce aquafeed, pet food, and organic fertilizers, this plant serves as a strategic model for resilient and sustainable feed manufacturing in Latin America.
Name:
Animal Feed Mill Plant
Country:
Peru
Date:
2021.08.06
Capacity:
5T/H
Pellet Size:
1-4mm
The install period:
30 Days
Control Mode:
Automatic
Guiding Price:
$230,000
Peru's livestock and poultry sector has experienced steady growth over the past decade, driven by increasing domestic demand for meat, eggs, and dairy products. However, the industry faced significant pressure following the global pandemic in 2019, which disrupted supply chains, inflated raw material costs, and exposed inefficiencies in traditional feed production methods.
The client, a long-established feed manufacturer in Peru, recognized the urgent need to upgrade their aging production line. Their existing facility struggled with inconsistent pellet quality, high energy consumption, and an inability to adapt to varying feed formulations.
With rising competition from imported feed and stricter regulations on animal nutrition, the client sought a fully automated 5t/h animal feed processing plant in Peru capable of producing high-density, nutritionally optimized pellets for poultry (broilers, layers) and livestock (pigs, cattle).
After evaluating multiple suppliers, the client selected Richi Machinery for its expertise in turnkey feed solutions and ability to deliver amid global logistical disruptions.
Peru's animal feed industry relies on a mix of locally sourced and imported ingredients to balance cost and nutrition. The client's formulations include:
The animal feed processing plant in Peru was designed to handle these materials efficiently, with pre-cleaning systems to remove impurities (e.g., sand, husks) and micro-grinding for optimal digestibility.
Cleaning & Sorting: A vibrating sieve (TQLZ Series) and magnetic separator (RCYD) remove foreign materials.
Temporary Storage: Ingredients are held in stainless steel silos to prevent cross-contamination.
Superfine Grinding: A SWFL-568 hammer mill (37kW) reduces particles to ≤0.5mm, critical for pellet binding.
Automated Batching: Loss-in-weight feeders ensure ±0.1% accuracy for micro-ingredients (e.g., premixes).
Twin-Shaft Mixer (SHSJ1, 500kg/batch): Achieves CV ≤5% uniformity in 90 seconds.
Liquid Coating System: Injects 3–5% fats/oils post-mixing to avoid nutrient degradation.
Steam Conditioning (DSC-200): Raises temperature to 85–90°C for starch gelatinization.
Animal feed pellet machine (SZLH350, 55kW): Produces 3–5T/H of 1–4mm pellets with a Kahl die for extended lifespan.
Counterflow Cooling (SKLN2.5): Reduces pellet temperature to <5°C above ambient.
Crumbling & Screening (SSLG15×100): Breaks large pellets into starter feeds (1–2mm) for chicks/piglets.
Weighing & Bagging (DCS-50A): Fills 25kg bags at 240 bags/hour with ±0.1% precision.
| Equipment | Model | Key Specifications |
| Hammer Mill | SWFL-568-II | 37kW, 5-6T/H, 0.5mm sieve |
| Twin-Shaft Mixer | SHSJ1 | 500kg/batch, 11kW, CV≤5% |
| Feed Pellet Mill | SZLH350 | 55kW, 5-7T/H, Ø1-4mm die |
| Counterflow Cooler | SKLN2.5 | 5-6T/H, 3kW |
| Crumbler | SSLG15×100 | 3-5T/H, adjustable roller gap |
| Packaging System | DCS-50A | 25kg/bag, ±0.1% accuracy |
Delivered in February 2021 for $230,000, this animal feed processing plant in Peru project exemplifies how tailored engineering can overcome global disruptions. By prioritizing automation, efficiency, and flexibility, the client now leads Peru’s feed market—proving that strategic investment in technology pays off even in uncertain times.
Peru's feed industry is in a stage of rapid growth, mainly benefiting from the following key factors:
Peru's poultry (chicken, eggs), pig and dairy farming industries have grown rapidly in recent years, especially chicken consumption has increased by more than 6% each year, driving a surge in feed demand.
The government promotes the "National Animal Husbandry Development Plan" to encourage local feed production to reduce dependence on imports.
Peru is a major fishmeal producer in the world. In recent years, it has begun to develop shrimp and tilapia farming, driving the growth of aquatic feed demand.
The government plans to increase aquaculture production by 50% by 2030, bringing huge opportunities to the feed industry.
The Peruvian government provides tax incentives and subsidies to encourage feed mills to use local raw materials (such as corn and fishmeal).
Free trade agreements (such as with China and the United States) reduce equipment import tariffs and reduce investment costs.
Currently, 30% of Peru's feed still relies on imports, especially high-end premixes and special feeds, and there is huge potential for localized production.
The largest market demand: Peru’s per capita chicken consumption is 50kg/year, one of the highest in Latin America, and the number of broiler farms continues to increase.
Easy access to raw materials: Corn, soybean meal and other major raw materials can be purchased locally to reduce production costs.
Policy support: The government encourages large-scale farming and promotes the use of standardized feed.
Broiler fattening feed (high protein, 2-3mm particles)
Laying hens peak feed (fortified calcium and phosphorus)
Modernization and transformation of the pig farming industry: The traditional free-range model is gradually replaced by large-scale farming, giving rise to the demand for high-quality pellet feed.
Cost advantage: Peruvian corn prices are relatively low, suitable for the production of low-cost pig feed.
Piglet starter feed (1.5-2mm micro-particles)
High-energy feed for fattening pigs (3-4mm particles)
Peru has abundant fish meal resources, which can reduce the cost of aquatic feed.
The shrimp farming industry is developing rapidly, but the local high-end shrimp feed is in short supply and relies on imports.
Shrimp high-protein sinking feed (2mm, stability in water >4 hours)
Tilapia puffed floating feed (3-4mm)
The growth in demand for dairy products has promoted the market for specialized dairy cow feed.
There are many pastures in the Andes, but traditional grass is not nutritious enough, and there is a great demand for supplementary pellet feed.
TMR pellets for dairy cows (high fiber + protein)
Fattening feed for beef cattle (high energy, 4-6mm)
The Peruvian pet market grows by 12% annually, but high-end pet food mainly relies on imports.
High value-added products can be produced using local fish meal, sweet potatoes and other raw materials.
High-end extruded food for dogs (chicken/fish formula)
The 5T/H animal feed processing plant in Peru project introduced in this article has seized the golden opportunity of poultry feed in Peru:
The Peruvian feed industry is on the eve of an explosion. For foreign companies with technological advantages, now is the best time to make a layout. Poultry and aquatic feed should be the first entry point, while paying attention to emerging areas such as pet food. Through localized production + differentiated product strategies, it is expected to become a regional market leader within 3-5 years. If you want to invest in an animal feed processing plant in Peru project, feel free to contact RICHI MACHINERY to obtain information such as the whole plant design, equipment layout, civil engineering, animal feed production line 3D design, equipment quotation, and delivery plan.
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