This is a project about square bale choppers in Kenya. In 2025, a medium-sized livestock enterprise in central Kenya faced challenges with processing large square hay bales for cattle and dairy cows. The farm produces a significant volume of wheat and maize straw bales during the harvest season.
This is a project about square bale choppers in Kenya. In 2025, a medium-sized livestock enterprise in central Kenya faced challenges with processing large square hay bales for cattle and dairy cows. The farm produces a significant volume of wheat and maize straw bales during the harvest season. Previously, staff manually chopped these bales for bedding, resulting in uneven particle size, inconsistent barn hygiene, and increased labor costs.
To address these issues, the farm purchased two units of the RICHI square bale chopper. The machines were acquired as standalone units rather than a full production line to complement the farm’s existing hay storage and transport system. Their main purpose is to shred large bales efficiently into 20–30 mm particles suitable for livestock bedding.
Name:
square bale crusher
Country:
Kenya
Date:
2025
Capacity:
Flexible
Model:
YPPK-2600
Main Motor Power:
55 kW
Maximum processing diameter:
1800 mm
Weight:
2.2T
The farm primarily handles square bales of wheat and maize straw. Each bale typically measures 1.8–2 meters in length, weighs around 300–400 kg, and contains 12–16% moisture. These characteristics require a robust shredding solution capable of handling both dry and slightly moist bales without clogging.
The shredded straw is intended for:
The farm selected the YPPK-2600 model for its balance of capacity and efficiency. This model is particularly suitable for medium-scale bale processing and provides a reliable solution for farms requiring consistent bale shredding. Key technical specifications 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 engineered to coarse crush large square and bulk bales of straw, hay, and alfalfa into 20–30 mm particles. Its heavy-duty design ensures durability and stability even with large bales.
This shredder incorporates several advanced technical features:
These features allow the YPPK-2600 to handle both dry and slightly moist bales efficiently, ensuring smooth continuous operation during the harvest season.
The shredded material from the square bale chopper is primarily used for:
By reducing the bales to a consistent 20–30 mm size, the farm improved barn hygiene, reduced ammonia buildup, and increased bedding absorbency. In addition, the farm could sell some shredded straw to local biomass producers, creating an additional income stream.
Both YPPK-2600 bale crusher machines were shipped via sea from Qingdao Port, China, to Mombasa Port, Kenya. Mombasa serves as the main entry port for large agricultural machinery imports in Kenya, ensuring smooth customs clearance and timely delivery to the farm.
The client selected RICHI Machinery due to the following advantages:
After several months of operation, the farm reported that the YPPK-2600 units consistently produced uniform bale material, drastically reducing manual chopping labor. Staff appreciated the ease of operation, minimal maintenance requirements, and the machine’s ability to handle bales of varying moisture levels. The client highlighted RICHI Machinery’s professional support and rapid response whenever technical guidance was needed.
This project demonstrates how two RICHI YPPK-2600 square bale choppers helped a Kenyan livestock farm improve straw bedding quality, reduce labor costs, and increase operational efficiency. The machines delivered uniform shredded material, improved barn hygiene, and integrated seamlessly with existing infrastructure. RICHI Machinery’s professional guidance, robust equipment design, and reliable after-sales service made this investment a valuable addition to the farm’s operations.
Clients seeking square bale choppers in Kenya or high-capacity straw processing equipment can trust RICHI Machinery for durable, efficient, and professionally supported solutions.
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