5-6T/H Cattle Feed Pelletizer Machine in Morocco

The Client: A Family-Run Mixed-Feed Mill

This story is about a family-owned cattle feed mill near Fès. The owner inherited a small mash feed workshop from his father and recently invested in modernizing it step by step. Over the years, they added a small grain crusher, a mixer, and storage silos for local barley and bran.

But one challenge kept coming back — many of his customers (mostly local dairy farmers) wanted pelleted feed, not mash. They complained that mash feed blew away in wind, was hard to store, and cows sometimes sorted out tastier bits, leaving the rest behind.

So instead of risking a full new line all at once, the owner decided to invest in a single ring die cattle feed pelletizer machine that could be integrated into his existing mash production. A simple, smart, cost-effective upgrade.

Why He Chose to Buy a Single Pelletizer Machine

Buying one cattle feed pelletizer machine in Morocco was the right scale for this client:

• He wanted to test the local market without big debt.
• His mash line still works fine and covers base demand.
• Some farmers still prefer mash for beef cattle — but more want pelleted dairy feed.
• He could install the cattle feed pellet making machine in the same building with minimal electrical upgrades.
• By adding only an animal feed pelletizer and a small cooler, he avoided massive construction costs.

It's a practical move: one machine, multiple feed options, no wasted investment.

The Right Model for Morocco's Local Raw Materials

For this Moroccan customer, RICHI recommended the SZLH350 cattle feed pelletizer machine. Here's how it matches Morocco's practical needs:

• Main motor: 55 kW — a good match for medium-volume production.
• Feeder motor: 1.5 kW — adjustable for local mixed rations.
• Conditioner motor: 4 kW — ensures good steam conditioning.
• Ring die inner diameter: 350 mm — balanced for throughput and durability.
• Pellet diameter: 6–8 mm, suitable for dairy cattle and fattening bulls.
• Output: 5–6 tons per hour — perfect for the size of this mill.

The cattle feed pellet making machine does not run 24/7. They plan short, focused pellet runs to meet the growing local demand, while mash feed still covers basic supply for small buyers.

Using Morocco's Local Feed Ingredients

Morocco's mixed-feed mills rely on what the country grows and imports regionally:

• Barley: A backbone energy feed, grown widely in Morocco's rain-fed plains.
• Bran: From local flour mills — affordable, always available.
• Sunflower cake: Morocco imports some sunflower oil, leaving cake for feed.
• Soybean meal: Some is imported through Casablanca port, used for higher protein rations.
• Salt and mineral premixes: To balance rations, especially for dairy cows.

In this case, the new pelleted ration is:

• 50% barley and bran.
• 40% sunflower cake and a smaller share of soybean meal.
• 10% salt, lime, and mineral additives.

Pasture is still used when possible — but in dry months, the pellet feed becomes essential.

The Role of the Pellet Feed

This cattle feed pelletizer machine in Morocco mainly supports:

• Dairy cows — especially smallholders with 5–15 cows who want to push milk yields higher.
• Young heifers — improving early growth to reach breeding age faster.
• Occasionally beef cattle finishing, especially in small feedlots near urban markets. No poultry feed is run through this pelletizer. The mash mixer still handles layer and broiler feed orders separately.
• The new pellet line is purely for cattle. No pet food or fish feed either — the mill knows the ring die pelletizer is not for extruded or floating feeds.

Early Results: Farmers Notice the Difference

It didn't take long for local farmers to notice:

• Less feed loss: Pellets stay intact, no sorting.
• Easier transport: Bags stack tighter.
• Healthier cows: Some farmers report higher feed intake during summer heat.

Word spreads fast in the region — and the mill's simple promise of "Better feed, better milk" is paying off. Some buyers even pre-book monthly bags to secure supply in the peak dry months.

Simple, Smart Setup

The mill fitted the SZLH350 cattle feed pelletizer machine right after its old mixer. A small steam boiler feeds the conditioner to help bind barley and cake properly. After pelleting, a simple horizontal counterflow cooler lowers pellet temperature before manual bagging.

Everything fits into the same warehouse where mash feed is bagged. No fancy conveyors, no massive silos — just smart, lean investment.

From Father's Mash Feed to Modern Pellet Press

What makes this story special is how it blends old and new:

• The father's original hammer mill still cracks barley today.
• The same trusted mixer now feeds both mash bags and the pelletizer.
• The new ring die pellet press gives young farmers a reason to stick with the local mill, not switch to imported feed.

That's exactly what Morocco's family-run feed sector needs — gradual upgrades that make local supply chains stronger.

Why a Ring Die cattle feed pelletizer machine in Morocco Was Essential

The owner briefly looked at flat die pellet presses but found them too small for daily demand. Plus:

• Flat dies struggle with fiber-rich barley bran rations.
• Frequent roller jams and uneven pellet length.
• Ring die presses, like the SZLH350 animal feed pellet machine, run smoother, handle local recipes better, and last longer under daily Moroccan conditions.

RICHI's Support for Morocco's Feed Industry

RICHI didn't just drop a machine at the Casablanca port. The customer received:

• Pre-shipment trial runs using the same barley-cake formula.
• Help with correct die hole specs for barley-heavy feed.
• Spare roller sets and die rings in the first container.
• Detailed maintenance training in French and Arabic instructions.
• Remote support during first runs via video chat.
• Ongoing parts stocking in Spain for quicker North Africa delivery.

Local Economic Value: Keeping Imports Down

Every ton of feed this mill produces with its cattle feed pelletizer machine in Morocco keeps:

• Local barley growers in business.
• More money in the region instead of spent on foreign pelleted feed.
• Jobs secure for the four mill workers who bag, weigh, and load feed daily.

It also inspires other small mills nearby to modernize one step at a time — instead of jumping straight into risky big loans.

What's Next? Scaling Sensibly

This family mill wants to run the pelletizer 3–5 days a week for now. If more farmers sign up, they might:

• Add a second pellet press in 2 years.
• Install a semi-automatic bagging line.
• Offer custom mineral formulas for big dairy farmers.

But it all starts with getting one pellet press running profitably — and that's exactly what the SZLH350 cattle feed pelletizer machine in Morocco is built for.

Why Moroccan Feed Producers Trust RICHI

From Fès to Casablanca, more Moroccan feed businesses trust RICHI for:

• Practical ring die feed pellet machines that handle local grains and cakes.
• Real technical backup in Arabic, French, and English.
• Fast spare parts for quick repairs.
• Honest advice — no overselling big systems that small mills don’t need.

Let's Talk About Your Feed Project

If you run a cattle feed production line, a cooperative, or a large dairy farm looking to switch from mash to pellets, RICHI Machinery has a solution that fits your scale, budget, and local feed recipe.

Our cattle feed pellet press, cattle feed pellet mill, and cattle feed pelletizer machine series are running today across North Africa — proving that small steps bring big change.

Contact RICHI now. Let's modernize Morocco's feed sector together — one smart investment at a time.