Tanzania 3-5T/H Animal Livestock Poultry Pellet And Mash Feed Mill Project

Laying the Foundation: A Vision of Multi-Species Nutrition

The client—hereafter referred to as the "Tanzanian farmer"—had long recognized that feed constituted the greatest operational cost and risk in his integrated farm. International feed shortages and fluctuating import tariffs increasingly threatened his margins.

His objective was clear: build a livestock poultry feed mill in Tanzania that could process a wide spectrum of feed products—ranging from fine mash to sturdy pellets—to underpin various livestock operations. He also intended to diversify production, exploring feed sales to other Tanzanian farmers.

His vision demanded a versatile yet compact facility—one that would not only process 4–5 T/H of mash feed but also 3–4 T/H of pelleted feed, with grain sizes adjustable from 2 mm to 12 mm. The finished factory would stand at 8 m × 6 m × 14 m, consume up to 90 kW, and complete installation within 50 days, allowing him to quickly break ground on what he saw as the future of regional feed independence.

Harnessing Tanzania's Agricultural Bounty

Tanzania's agrarian landscape is rich with feedstock potential. In the Arusha highlands and adjacent plains, maize, sunflower, and soybeans grow abundantly. The farmer's feed strategy was to leverage this local access to fresh, high-quality inputs. His plans included:

• Maize kernels as the primary energy source.
• Soybean meal, sourced from local oil processors, as the primary protein base.
• Vegetable oils—especially sunflower and peanut oil—to boost fat content.
• Premixes composed of vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and growth enhancers.
• Occasionally, maize husks or bran for ruminant fiber content.

Given his experience with multiple species, he emphasized the necessity for stringent ingredient quality control, ensuring stable intake, and preventing contamination—especially critical in mash feed production where fineness can amplify risks.

Crafting a Precision Workflow: Mash and Pellet Integration

The hybrid design—combining mash and pellet capabilities—posed a unique engineering challenge. The turnkey livestock poultry feed production line solution comprised two interrelated yet distinct tracks: mash feed for immediate consumption and pelleted feed for longer storage and transport. The livestock poultry feed mill in Tanzania was modular in design, integrating shared pre-processing steps while enabling rapid switchover between production types.

Receiving & Pre-Treatment

Raw materials were brought in via a compact loading area connected to a TLSS20 screw conveyor. Entry into the milling system passed through a Z-Type magnetic separator, which removed metal fragments—essential given local handling practices.

Milling for Mash

For mash feed, the core was a SFSP.56×40 hammer mill equipped with dual crushing chambers and shear systems, designed to finely mill feed down to 2 mm, or as low as 0.5 mm for delicate chick starter diets. During peak seasons, maize drying processes were supplemented to ensure consistent grindability.

Pellet Conditioning Path

Materials destined for pelleting were diverted through a buffer silo, allowing blend settling and moisture equalization. From there, batches were fed into SZLH320 livestock poultry feed pellet machines, each with exchangeable die rings for different species—a key requirement to produce 2–12 mm pellets. For example:

• Layers/pigs: 4–6 mm
• Broilers: 3–4 mm
• Cattle/goats: 8–12 mm

Cooling & Screening

Newly pressed pellets, still hot and moist, entered an SKLN14×14 counterflow cooler, leveraging upward air flow to stabilize pellets efficiently. Post-cooling, pellets traversed a SFJH800×2C rotary screener to ensure size consistency before packaging.

Dust Management & Control

Dust from milling and mixing was mitigated by a TBLMa.8A pulse dust collector, which used programmable bag filters to maintain a safe work environment and reduce product loss.

Control & Automation

The heart of system control lay in the MCC control center, housing Delixi-brand switches and connecting to a mimic panel, integrating start/stop functions, performance displays, and basic fault alarms. Power output was maintained through star-delta 22 kW starters, as the plant regularly consumed ~90 kW for dual-line operations.

Packaging & Export

Mash was manually bagged into 25 kg polypropylene sacks, whereas pellets were funneled into a bagging station equipped with scale dosing and sewing conveyors—a configuration that catered both to in-house usage and community-level sales.

Steam Generation (Optional)

Though some pellet types—especially those containing denatured proteins—require steaming for binding and digestibility, the farmer chose to add a 300 kg/h gas boiler as a future option. If lifestyles required higher pellet quality, he could retrofit conditioning equipment and a SYTZ100 oil tank for steam generation—potentially raising investment.

Outputs & Utility: Serving the Farm and the Region

The dual-line livestock poultry feed mill in Tanzania delivered blended mash and pelleted feeds for all major farm animals: Mash Feed (4–5 T/H): finely milled 2–8 mm powder, ideal for layers, chicks, and piglets. Pelleted Feed (3–4 T/H): robust 2–12 mm pellets, perfect for broilers, finishing pigs, and adult ruminants.

This arrangement allowed 60% of all feed output to meet internal consumption, reducing the ranch's feed expense by approximately 20–25%. The farmer sold the remaining 40% to nearby livestock keepers through local cooperatives and market stands. To ensure product uptake, he introduced sealed, branded sacking and calorie/protein labeling.

The Cost of Food Sovereignty

The turnkey livestock poultry feed mill in Tanzania was financed within a $120,000 USD range. The client opted for a high-specified version—with gas boiler reserves and additional pellet-ring dies—landing near the upper estimate. Critical cost drivers included automated controls, dust collection, and cooling. The site's efficient design also reduced land acquisition and civil works expense.

Installation and Precision Training

RICHI dispatched two seasoned engineers on-site for 50 days, overseeing machine alignment, wiring, dust system integration, and test runs. The engineer-led commissioning included:

• Control panel calibration
• Hammer mill and feed pellet mill testing
• Product quality sampling (particle size, durability)
• Staff training in mold changeover, lubrication, and daily upkeep

By early May 2019, full commercial production had begun, with technicians refining feed rations and blend timing to match emerging livestock rotation schedules. This on-the-ground commitment and responsiveness helped the plant hit full operational capacity by month's end.

Start your livestock poultry feed mill in Tanzania——Feed Market & Growth Potential

At the national level, Tanzania's feed sector is emerging fast. While local poultry farmers largely rely on imported commercial pellets, feed prices are rising due to exchange rate risks. Many medium-sized producers—like this ranch—are investing in localized feed processing to take charge of quality and supply.

Moreover, Tanzanian ranchers place growing demand on multi-species feed solutions. The inclusion of goats and pigs complements the staple poultry and cattle industries. By combining mash and pellet lines, the farmer future-proofed the business model for evolving livestock dynamics—signaling a shift from single-purpose feed factories to modular “feed hubs.”

Bridging Tradition and Tomorrow

The integration of this livestock poultry feed mill in Tanzania reflects the Tanzanian farmer’s broader goals: maintaining family traditions of animal agriculture while injecting 21st-century efficiencies into day-to-day operations. Thanks to his venture, neighboring farms—who once trapped in feed scarcity—can now access locally milled, freshly blended feed with traceable ingredients and consistent quality.

The poultry livestock feed production line itself serves broader roles:

• It distributes maize-soy-bean oil mash for chick starters—allowing small hatcheries to hatch and grow chicks without feed shortages.
• It creates high-energy fattening pellets for broilers and pigs, driving faster weight gain.
• For cattle and goats, it produces fiber-rich pellets (8–12 mm) that improve rumen efficiency and carry essential nutrients to challenging dry-season feeds.

Tanzania's Ministry of Agriculture has begun to encourage such feed processing clusters. In discussions, the farmer is now in talks to host an agro-preneur coaching clinic—sharing his experience with other farmers looking to replicate his integration model.

Path Forward: Scaling with Sustainability

Positive as the results were, the farmer did not stop there. Building on the plant’s output, he has mapped out future upgrades:

Steam Conditioning & Expansion

Adding a pre-conditioner and boiler would enable pellet strengthening and nutrition expansion, potentially increasing output to 5 T/H pellets.

Quality Lab

A basic onsite lab can test moisture, crude protein, and pellet durability—crucial for credibility in animal health.

Solar Hybridization

Tanzania's robust sun exposure makes solar-panel support attractive. A 50 kW hybrid system could slash electricity costs and reduce reliance on generators.

Cooperative Leadership

Launching a regional co-op could integrate maize-growers, feed processors, and livestock producers. With collective bargaining and standardized feed, rural communities stand to gain economically.

In Summary: A Grain of Change Becomes a Feed Revolution

The 3–5 t/h livestock poultry feed mill in Tanzania, born on March 21, 2019, marked more than an expansion in production—it marked a shift toward feed sovereignty, supply chain independence, and cooperative resilience. Tailored to the realities of Tanzanian agriculture, it stands as a model for blending traditional livestock farming with precision feeding techniques.

It overcame logistical issues, narrowed market vulnerabilities, and realigned feed cost structures—from static imports to dynamic local production. Best of all, it planted a seed in the community—an example that thoughtful investment, innovation, and support can transform agribusiness from a simplicity farm into a regional keystone.

As livestock demands grow, feed standards tighten, and small-scale integration gains prominence, this feed mill’s success story signals a turning point. It's a blueprint awaiting replication—and a testament to the power of combining local insight with global expertise, all in service of Tanzania's evolving agricultural future.

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