This is a project about a dehydrated alfalfa pellet mill in Ethiopia. The customer primarily produces feed for dairy cows and meat cattle, supplying both commercial farms and cooperative farmers.
This is a project about a dehydrated alfalfa pellet mill in Ethiopia. Ethiopia has one of the largest livestock populations in Africa, with an increasing demand for high-quality feed to improve productivity in dairy and beef sectors. A prominent feed mill located near Addis Ababa recently invested in a dehydrated alfalfa pellets mill from RICHI Machinery. The mill primarily produces feed for dairy cows and meat cattle, supplying both commercial farms and cooperative farmers.
Previously, the mill relied on manually chopped hay and natural grass mixtures, often supplemented with grains. This approach was labor-intensive and inconsistent, leading to variable feed quality and wastage. To address these issues, the company purchased a single CZLH420 grass pellet machine, a reliable solution for producing uniform dehydrated alfalfa pellets.
This standalone machine serves as the foundation for future alfalfa pellet production line expansion, with potential additions of mixers, grinders, and automated packaging equipment. The choice of Ethiopia is strategic: the country produces abundant alfalfa in highland regions such as Debre Zeit and Bahir Dar, making pelletized feed a viable and profitable business.
Name:
dehydrated alfalfa pelletizer
Country:
Ethiopia
Date:
2025
Capacity:
1.8-2.0T/H
Model:
CZLH420
Main Motor Power:
90 kW
Raw Materials:
Alfalfa hay, Oat straw
Pellet diameter:
4-12 mm
The feed mill uses 85% alfalfa hay and 15% oat straw as raw materials. Alfalfa is sourced from local highlands, baled in rectangular and round forms, while oat straw comes from nearby grain farms. Moisture content is carefully managed at 10-12% to prevent mold and ensure smooth pellet formation.
The CZLH420 dehydrated alfalfa pellets mill was selected for its balance between capacity and flexibility:
| Ring Die Diameter | Main Motor Power | Breaker Feeder Power | Forced Feeder Power | Pellet Diameter | Output Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 420 mm | 90 kW | 3 kW | 1.5 kW | 4-12 mm | 1.8-2.0 T/H |
The final pellet size is optimized for dairy cows and beef cattle, providing adequate fiber for rumen health while being easy to store and transport.
The dehydrated alfalfa pellets mill converts raw hay and straw into high-density pellets, offering numerous advantages:
This grass pellet machine can produce pellets for multiple livestock types. In this Ethiopian feed mill, the focus is on dairy cow feed (70%) and beef cattle feed (30%), meeting both the high-protein requirements for lactating cows and the fiber needs for growing beef cattle.
The feed composition includes:
This ratio ensures a balanced nutrient profile suitable for Ethiopian cattle breeds, which are adapted to local forage.
The process begins with pre-shredded alfalfa hay and oat straw, which are fed into the CZLH420 dehydrated alfalfa pellet making machine. The machine’s ring die compresses the material into dense pellets, while the forced feeder ensures a smooth and consistent flow.
Once pelleted, the feed passes through a cooling system to reduce temperature and moisture. This step is essential to maintain pellet durability and prevent mold during storage. The final dehydrated pellets are nutrient-dense, uniform, and ready for immediate feeding.
RICHI Machinery ships all equipment from Qingdao Port, China via sea freight. For Ethiopia, the main delivery port is Djibouti Port, the most efficient access point for importers in Ethiopia. From Djibouti, the machine is transported by truck to the feed mill near Addis Ababa.
Ethiopia’s landlocked geography makes logistics a key consideration. RICHI’s experience in shipping, customs clearance, and inland transport ensures that machinery arrives safely, on schedule, and ready for installation.
RICHI Machinery provides full support to ensure smooth operation:
After installation, the Ethiopian feed mill reported a 30% increase in feed production efficiency and significant reduction in labor costs. Dairy cows experienced improved milk yield, while beef cattle showed faster growth rates, validating the machine’s effectiveness.
Pelletized alfalfa feed is gaining traction in Ethiopia due to:
The success of this standalone dehydrated alfalfa pellets mill demonstrates that even medium-scale operations can achieve consistent feed quality and operational efficiency. Many Ethiopian feed producers are exploring similar setups to improve feed management and livestock productivity.
| Model | Main Motor Power (kW) | Breaker Feeder Power (kW) | Forced Feeder Power (kW) | Ring Die Diameter (mm) | Pellet Diameter (mm) | Output (T/H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZLH420 | 90 | 3 | 1.5 | 420 | 4-12 | 1.8-2.0 |
This dehydrated alfalfa pellets mill in Ethiopia combines reliability, energy efficiency, and flexibility, making it ideal for Ethiopian feed mills focusing on both dairy and beef cattle feed production.
The investment in a dehydrated alfalfa pellets mill has allowed this Ethiopian feed mill to modernize its operations, reduce labor costs, and produce high-quality, uniform pellets. With RICHI Machinery’s professional installation, training, and after-sales support, customers can trust that their equipment will deliver long-term value.
For feed mills in Ethiopia or other African countries seeking consistent, nutrient-rich, dehydrated alfalfa pellets, RICHI provides a trusted, reliable, and efficient solution, whether starting with a single machine or expanding into a full animal feed production line.
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