Cape Verde 1-2T/H Commercial Poultry Feed Pellet Line Project

Raw Material for commercial poultry feed pellet line in Cape Verde

One of the primary challenges in Cape Verde is sourcing consistent feed ingredients, given the country's limited agricultural base. RICHI MACHINERY worked closely with the client to develop a formulation strategy that maximizes locally available and easily importable materials:

• Corn (maize): Imported mainly from Brazil or Senegal; forms the energy base of the ration.
• Soybean meal: Imported through the port of Praia, a primary protein component.
• Wheat bran: Sourced from local flour mills, adding fiber and energy.
• Sunflower oil: Imported in bulk and used for fat content.
• Fishmeal: Locally sourced from coastal fisheries; adds high-quality animal protein.
• Premix, limestone, salt: Typically imported, but in small quantities.

In addition to managing raw material logistics, the client invested in small storage silos and weatherproofed material handling systems to counteract Cape Verde's humid coastal climate.

Process Design: Tailored Engineering for Island Operations

Given the local constraints and cost of logistics, the commercial poultry feed pellet line in Cape Verde was engineered to be compact, highly automated, and easily maintainable with minimal skilled labor. RICHI's design team developed the following process flow tailored to the customer’s specific needs:

Raw Material Receiving → Crushing → Batching → Mixing → Conditioning → Pelleting → Cooling → Screening → Packing

The use of a ring die animal feed pellet machine ensures stable production with minimal wear, especially critical in regions where spare part delivery takes time. A key feature of the design was the inclusion of a steam conditioning unit, which significantly improves feed digestibility and pellet durability—essential in hot climates where animal feed spoilage is a concern.

Expanding Applications: More Than Just Poultry Feed

While the commercial poultry feed pellet line in Cape Verde was primarily designed for poultry feed (both broilers and layers), the machinery configuration supports multiple types of pelleted feed, ensuring investment versatility:

• Ducks and quail feed: Easily produced with minor formula changes.
• Rabbit feed: With adjustment to fiber levels and pellet size.
• Game bird feed: For local tourism or export-based hunting operations.
• Powder feed: For chicks or specialty applications, made by bypassing the pelleting stage.

This flexibility allows the client to respond to market shifts and customer demands, providing a steady return on investment even under seasonal challenges.

Equipment Selection: Reliable Core Machines from RICHI MACHINERY

The following equipment package was finalized based on the client's production goals, island logistics, and environmental challenges:

• Hammer Mill Grinder (37KW): Handles all types of grain and cake materials with <1.8mm mesh size, ensuring fine grind and optimal conditioning.
• Ribbon Mixer (Double-Shaft, 1000L): 180-second mixing cycle with CV≤5%, equipped with liquid addition ports for oil or molasses.
• SZLH250 Ring Die Poultry Feed Pellet Machine (22KW Main Motor): Designed for tropical climates, direct gear drive, optional automatic feeder.
• Steam Conditioner (0.5T Steam Boiler included): Improves pellet digestibility, especially valuable in hot, water-stressed environments.
• SKLN Series Counter-flow Cooler: Adapted to coastal humidity, reduces pellet temperature and prevents mold.
• Vibrating Screener: Removes fines and ensures uniform pellet size.
• Automatic Packing Machine (with Weighing Scale): Bag sizes 10kg to 50kg, electronic control, stainless steel contact surfaces.

All machines were pre-tested at RICHI's factory and shipped with detailed installation manuals and video support. The total power consumption of the commercial poultry feed pellet line in Cape Verde is approximately 90-120KW depending on the operating configuration.

Project Lifecycle: From Consultation to Commissioning

• Inquiry Date: December 2019
• Contract Signing: February 2020
• Equipment Delivery: April 2020
• Installation Completion: June 2020
• Production Start-Up: July 2020

RICHI provided full service, including animal feed production line layout design, engineering drawings, installation supervision, operator training, and after-sales technical support. Even amidst COVID-related logistical challenges, the installation was completed on time due to efficient coordination between local technicians and RICHI's remote engineering team.

Market Potential: Strengthening Cape Verde's Agrifood Sovereignty

Cape Verde imports over 80% of its food, with feed ingredients and finished animal feed accounting for a large portion of agricultural imports. With increasing government emphasis on local food systems and agritourism, poultry farming is positioned as a core pillar in the country’s food independence strategy.

The client's commercial poultry feed pellet line in Cape Verde now supplies over 12 commercial poultry farms across Santiago and nearby islands. It has enabled local farmers to access affordable, high-quality feed with consistent nutrient composition—helping them scale production and improve profitability.

More importantly, this project has inspired other local agribusinesses to explore feed manufacturing, aquaculture, and integrated farming systems. RICHI is currently in discussions with multiple Cape Verdean cooperatives and agribusiness groups exploring similar projects.

Innovation and Community Impact

Given the commercial poultry feed pellet line in Cape Verde project's success, the client partnered with a local vocational school to offer training programs for young Cape Verdeans in feed milling, quality control, and animal nutrition. As part of a broader social responsibility program, the plant offers subsidized feed for small-scale backyard farmers and contributes to island-wide food resilience initiatives.

Final Thoughts: Why This Project Matters

In a challenging but opportunity-filled environment like Cape Verde, engineering solutions must be thoughtful, adaptable, and economically sustainable. The commercial poultry feed pellet line in Cape Verde developed and deployed by RICHI MACHINERY proves that even small island nations can build competitive agribusiness capacity when empowered by the right technology and support.

This case illustrates that feed self-sufficiency is not a distant dream—it is an achievable milestone. For other small island states and developing regions facing similar supply chain and import dependency issues, Cape Verde's success offers a replicable blueprint.

For investors, farmers, and agribusiness operators in island economies, RICHI MACHINERY remains your dedicated partner—from concept to commissioning and beyond. Let us help you build your own success story.