This is a project about small square bale shredder in Ethiopia. In 2025, a mid-sized livestock farm in Ethiopia was seeking solutions to efficiently process small square bales of straw and hay for dairy and beef cattle. The farm produces wheat, barley, and alfalfa during the harvest season, forming compact small square bales for storage.
This is a project about small square bale shredder in Ethiopia. In 2025, a mid-sized livestock farm in Ethiopia was seeking solutions to efficiently process small square bales of straw and hay for dairy and beef cattle. The farm produces wheat, barley, and alfalfa during the harvest season, forming compact small square bales for storage.
Previously, staff relied on manual labor to cut these bales into smaller pieces for cattle bedding and feed supplementation. This process was labor-intensive, inconsistent, and led to uneven particle size, reducing the quality of bedding and feed efficiency.
After evaluating multiple equipment options, the farm purchased two units of RICHI’s small square bale shredder. This was a standalone purchase, rather than a full production line, because the farm already had conveyors and storage facilities in place. Their goal was to integrate these shredders to streamline bale processing, reduce labor, and produce uniform shredded straw for both bedding and partial feed use.
Name:
bale crusher
Country:
Ethiopia
Date:
2025
Capacity:
1–2 tons per hour
Model:
YPPK-2600
Main Motor Power:
55
Maximum processing diameter:
1800 mm
Weight:
2.2 T
The farm primarily handles small square bales of wheat straw, barley straw, and alfalfa. Each bale weighs approximately 120–180 kg with a moisture content of 10–14%. The bales have compact structure and a typical dimension of 90 cm × 40 cm × 35 cm, which makes them challenging to shred uniformly by manual methods.
The farm’s requirements for the shredded material were:
The farm selected the YPPK-2600 model for its small-to-medium bale processing capacity, durability, and cost-effectiveness. One unit is capable of processing 1–2 tons per hour, which fits the farm’s operational scale perfectly. Technical specifications of the selected model include:
| Parameter | YPPK-2600 |
|---|---|
| Power (kW) | 55 |
| Maximum processing diameter (mm) | 1800 |
| Hammer number | 36 |
| Dimensions (mm) | 3800×2600×2650 |
| Weight (T) | 2.2 |
The YPPK-2600 is designed for coarse shredding of small square bales and bulk agricultural waste. It is capable of handling various types of crop residues, including wheat straw, barley straw, and alfalfa, reducing them to 20–30 mm particle size efficiently.
The small square bale shredder is built for robustness, efficiency, and long-term operation. Its key features include:
These features ensure consistent particle size output and reliable operation, even with mixed crop residues and varying moisture content.
The shredded material is primarily used for:
By converting compact bales into uniform 20–30 mm particles, the farm experienced reduced labor requirements, improved hygiene, and better resource utilization.
Both YPPK-2600 units were shipped from Qingdao Port, China, and arrived at Djibouti Port, the primary international entry point for Ethiopia. Djibouti Port provides reliable shipping access, enabling the farm to receive heavy machinery safely and efficiently. The farm then transported the machines overland to its central Ethiopian location.
The farm selected RICHI Machinery for several reasons:
After six months of operation, the farm reported:
The farm highlighted that the YPPK-2600 bale crusher machine exceeded expectations in both durability and output, and they were planning to expand operations with additional units in the future.
RICHI Machinery provides comprehensive services including:
The small square bale shredder project in Ethiopia demonstrates how RICHI Machinery’s equipment can help livestock farms process straw efficiently, improve bedding quality, and reduce labor costs. The YPPK-2600 units provided uniform shredded material suitable for multiple applications, integrated well into the farm’s existing workflow, and were backed by professional support.
Farms seeking small square bale shredders in Ethiopia can rely on RICHI Machinery for high-quality, durable, and efficient equipment that ensures long-term value and operational excellence.
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