A small-scale fish food processing machine has been delivered to our client in Côte d’Ivoire. He is a local aquaculture investor, primarily farming tilapia and catfish. Previously, the client relied on imported fish feed, leading to the following problems:
- High feed costs
- Unstable supply
- Limited control over feed quality and pellet size
To reduce costs and gain long-term competitiveness, the client decided to invest in a small-scale fish feed pellet production line with a capacity of approximately 300 kg/hour. This production line not only helped him reduce his feeding costs but also enabled him to develop his own local fish feed brand and open up new markets.
Why is Côte d’Ivoire suitable for small fish feed production investment?
Côte d’Ivoire possesses strong natural and market advantages in aquaculture feed production:
- Fish consumption is high in Côte d’Ivoire, but the local aquaculture industry remains underdeveloped. Tilapia and catfish farming are expanding rapidly, creating a strong demand for a stable feed supply.
- Imported fish feed is expensive due to transportation and tariff costs. Local production can reduce feed costs by 20-40%, significantly improving farm profit margins.
- Commonly used raw materials such as corn, soybean meal, rice bran, and fishmeal are readily available locally, making small-scale fish feed mills economically feasible.
- A 300 kg/hour fish food processing machine allows investors to start with limited capital, serving nearby farms and gradually scaling up as demand increases.
Taizy fish feed processing production line configuration for our clients
This project utilizes a compact, efficient, and easy-to-operate fish food processing machine, perfectly suited to the local conditions in Côte d’Ivoire. We added several machines to meet the client’s requirements, further enhancing the production line within their budget. Main equipment includes:
Machine: Hammer mill
Function: Crushes raw materials into fine powder for pelleting
Machine: Screw conveyor
Function: Enables automated and hygienic material transport between processes
Machine: Mixer
Function: Uniformly mixes feed ingredients to ensure nutritional balance
Machine: DGP80 fish feed pelletizer
Pellet size: Includes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 mm dies
Function: Produces pellets suitable for different fish growth stages
Machine: Air conveyor
Function: Cools the pellets and conveys them to the dryer
Machine: Dryer (2 units)
Function: Reduces moisture content and extends pellet shelf life.
Why choose Taizy fish feed processing equipment?
Taizy offers more than just equipment. We also provide:
- Complete fish feed production solutions
- Equipment selection based on capacity and budget
- Layout design and power configuration support
- Reliable equipment quality and trustworthy business partnerships
For customers looking to build a complete fish food processing machine, regardless of size, we are a reliable partner.
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This project in Côte d’Ivoire demonstrates that investing in small-scale fish feed processing lines is a viable and profitable option for emerging aquaculture markets. With proper equipment and planning, local fish feed production can significantly improve cost control and enhance business sustainability.
If you are planning to build or upgrade your fish feed processing line, Taizy is ready to help you build a complete, efficient, and scalable solution. If you would like to learn more about the full solution details, click here: Floating Fish Feed Production Line.
