How are Dairy Cow Feed Pellets Processed?
The pellet feed for dairy cows is scientifically formulated according to the concentration of nutrients required at each stage of its growth. A variety of feed materials, including coarse feed, concentrated feed, and feed additives, are crushed with a grinder, mixed with a mixer, and then processed into pellets using a pellet machine. Common raw materials for dairy cow feed pellets include high-quality alfalfa grass, full-fat expanded soybeans, whole cotton seeds, corn, bran, soybean meal, wheat, and more.

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Processing Technology of Dairy Cow Feed Pellets
The complete set of equipment for dairy cow feed pellets mainly consists of six parts:
- Raw material receiving machine
- Corn crushing machine
- Ingredient mixing machine
- Finished product discharging system
- Computer control system
- Dust removal system
Production Process Overview
- Crushed corn and other raw materials are stored in their respective batching bins via a conveyor.
- The pre-stored formula in the computer is selected, and the system automatically measures the required amounts of each raw material.
- The materials are mixed thoroughly in the mixer.
- The mixed feed is transported to the finished product warehouse for storage.
- Coarse feed and concentrated feed are blended in the mixing tank to complete the pellet production process.

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Small Feed Mill Plant Technical Parameters
Model |
Power (kW) |
Capacity (kg/h) |
Weight (kg) |
Dimensions (mm) L×W×H |
STLP300 |
38.4 |
600–800 |
1700 |
7340 × 2360 × 4000 |
STLP400 |
56.1 |
800–1000 |
2100 |
7445 × 2945 × 4000 |
Advantages of Pellet Feed for Dairy Cows
- Even Mixing & Balanced Nutrition
- Ensures uniform nutrient distribution, preventing selective feeding.
- Improved Palatability & Feed Intake
- Kills harmful bacteria during processing while promoting probiotic growth for better nutrient absorption.
- Enhanced Health & Immunity
- Reduces gastrointestinal diseases by over 90% and lowers the risk of epidemics.
- Faster Growth & Higher Efficiency
- Customized formulas for each growth stage increase daily weight gain and shorten the slaughter period.

Feed Formulas for Different Stages of Dairy Cattle Breeding
1. Feed Formula for Calves
- Colostrum: Must be given within 1–2 hours after birth (≥1 kg).
- Lactation: Daily intake of 10–15 kg milk.
- Weaning: Starts at 7 days with concentrate and soft green fodder; weaning occurs at 0.75–1.0 kg/day (around 8 weeks).
2. Feed Formula for Growing Cattle
- Protein: 13–14% (2–2.5 kg concentrate/day).
- Roughage: Medium-quality hay to improve rumen function.
3. Feed Formula for Young Cattle
- Protein: 12% (2.5 kg concentrate/day).
- Dry Matter Intake: Controlled at 11–12 kg/day.
4. Feed Formula for Adult Cows
- Dry Period: High-quality hay (≤2.5 kg concentrate).
- Perinatal Period: Gradual increase in concentrate (max 1% of body weight).
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