1–2T/H Poultry Feed Pellet Production Line in Burundi

The Client Profile

The client is a medium-sized poultry farmer and feed trader in Burundi. With years of experience raising layers and broilers, he was well aware of the challenges small and medium farms face in sourcing reliable, consistent feed. Imported feed was costly and often delayed due to transportation constraints in East Africa. Locally produced feed, on the other hand, varied widely in quality.

By investing in his own poultry feed pellet production line in Burundi, he aimed not only to supply his own poultry operations but also to serve neighboring farmers in Bujumbura Rural and surrounding provinces. The smaller-scale investment was the right fit: it gave him independence from external suppliers and positioned him as a reliable partner for other poultry keepers.

Raw Materials Available in Burundi

Burundi’s agricultural base makes poultry feed production highly feasible, though raw materials often need to be supplemented by imports from Tanzania and Rwanda. For this project, the feed line was designed to process a blend of:

• Maize (corn): locally grown in rural areas such as Kirundo and Ngozi, used as the main energy source.
• Soybean meal: largely imported, critical for providing protein in broiler and layer diets.
• Sunflower cake and groundnut cake: locally available by-products from oil processing plants.
• Wheat bran: sourced from regional flour mills, affordable and widely used.
• Fish meal: imported from Lake Tanganyika fisheries, especially valuable in chick starter diets.
• Bone meal and limestone: for calcium and phosphorus balance.
• Premixes, vitamins, and minerals: imported through East African trade routes.

This combination ensures that poultry diets can be formulated cost-effectively without compromising nutrition.

Process Flow of the 1–2TPH Poultry Feed Plant

Although smaller than the client's original 3–5TPH vision, the 1–2TPH poultry feed production line in Burundi incorporates all essential steps of modern feed production.

1. Raw Material Cleaning and Crushing
   Maize and other grains are first cleaned of stones, husks, and dust, then ground in a high-efficiency hammer mill. This ensures the right particle size for poultry digestion.
2. Batching and Mixing
   Precise batching is achieved through electronic weighing scales. Each ingredient—maize, soybean meal, bran, additives—is weighed according to the recipe. The materials then enter a paddle mixer, producing a uniform mash feed with optional oil or molasses addition.
3. Pelletizing
   The mash feed is conditioned with steam and pressed through a RICHI ring die poultry feed pellet machine. Pellet size is adjusted:
   • 3.0 mm pellets for broilers.
   • 2.0–2.5 mm for chicks.
   • 4.0 mm for layers.
4. Cooling and Screening
   Hot pellets are cooled in a counterflow cooler, reducing moisture to safe storage levels. Crumbled fines are screened out and recycled back into the system.
5. Packaging
   The finished feed is bagged in 25kg and 50kg sacks for local sale. Bulk options are also available for larger poultry farms.

Key Equipment Installed

The Burundi 1–2TPH poultry feed pellet line includes:

• Hammer mill (capacity: 2.5TPH).
• Bucket elevator and pre-cleaning system.
• Batch weighing scale with electronic control.
• Double-shaft paddle mixer (capacity: 500kg per batch).
• SZLH poultry feed pellet mill with ring die.
• Counterflow cooler with automatic discharge.
• Vibrating screener.
• Automatic bagging and stitching machine.
• Centralized electrical control cabinet.

Why the Client Chose RICHI

During the consultation process, the client compared multiple suppliers. RICHI stood out because of:

• Practical flexibility: Instead of insisting on a 3–5TPH plant, RICHI offered a smaller solution within budget while ensuring future scalability.
• Local adaptation: Engineers designed the line around raw materials actually available in Burundi.
• After-sales support: RICHI guaranteed operator training, spare parts supply, and remote technical assistance.
• Proven track record: Case studies from Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania gave the client confidence in RICHI’s reliability.

Future of Poultry Feed Production in Burundi

Burundi has one of the fastest-growing poultry sectors in East Africa. Urban consumers in Bujumbura increasingly prefer chicken and eggs, while smallholder farmers see poultry as a quick source of cash income.

With rising demand, the need for locally made, affordable feed continues to expand. The client’s feed plant is well-positioned to supply this market, reducing dependency on imported feed and ensuring quality consistency.

RICHI’s modular design also means that once the client stabilizes operations, the 1-2t/h poultry feed pellet production line in Burundi can be upgraded to 3–5TPH by adding extra pellet mills and larger silos—exactly in line with the original vision.

Market Advantages

By producing pellets instead of only mash, the client gains several advantages:

• Better feed conversion: Pellets reduce selective feeding by poultry, leading to faster growth.
• Reduced waste: Less dust and spillage compared to loose mash.
• Improved storage and handling: Pellets are denser and easier to transport.
• Market differentiation: Farmers prefer pellets when available, giving the client a competitive edge.

RICHI Services Provided

For the poultry feed pellet production line in Burundi project, RICHI delivered a complete package of services:

• Pre-project consultation and budgeting.
• Plant layout design adapted to the client’s land in Bujumbura Rural.
• Equipment manufacturing, shipping, and customs clearance support.
• On-site installation guidance and operator training.
• Post-installation technical support with remote monitoring.
• Regular spare parts supply plan.

This ensured that even a first-time feed mill investor could achieve smooth start-up and sustained production.

Client Testimonial

At the completion of the poultry feed pellet production line in Burundi project, the Burundian client shared his experience:

“I had big dreams of building a 3–5TPH feed factory, but my budget could not allow it. RICHI understood my situation and provided a practical solution that matched what I could afford. Today, my 1–2TPH feed line is running smoothly, supplying my own farm and several neighbors. The pellets are consistent, and my chickens are performing better than before. RICHI has proven to be a reliable partner, not just a machine seller. I am confident that when the time comes to expand, RICHI will be the company to call again.”

Starting your poultry feed pellet processing line in Burundi

The Burundi 1–2TPH poultry feed pellet line stands as a perfect example of practical investment, professional design, and scalable growth. With RICHI Machinery’s expertise, the client transformed a financial limitation into a working business, establishing himself as a feed producer in a market hungry for reliable supply.

For other African entrepreneurs facing similar challenges, this case demonstrates that with the right partner, even modest investments can create powerful opportunities for growth.

RICHI Machinery remains committed to supporting livestock poultry animal feed factory projects in Africa and beyond—delivering not just machines, but complete solutions tailored to local realities.