Feed pelleting can be defined as conversion of finely ground mash feed into dense, free flowing pellets or capsules, in a process that involves steam injection (moisture and heat) and mechanical pressure. There are several advantages for feeding broilers pelleted rather than mash feed.

The raw materials can include:

Corn, Rice, Wheat, Soybean, Peanut flour, Alfalfa, Wheat bran, Grass, Beans, Oil cake, etc…

There are four types of livestock feed pellets:

• Pure forage (grass) feed pellets
• Complete diet feed pellets
• Concentrated feed pellets
• Premix feed pellets

Pelleted feed has many benefits, including:

• Reduced waste: Pellets reduce feed wastage and nutrient waste in manure.
• Improved digestibility: The heat generated during pelleting breaks down starches, making the feed more digestible.
• Improved palatability: The larger particles are easier to handle and more palatable.
• Reduced dust: Pellets reduce dust production and keep the farm environment clean and fresh.
• Reduced storage space: Pellets require less storage space.
• Improved feed flow: Pellets improve feed flow through bins.
• Improved performance on mineral feeds: Pellets enable the use of hard running ingredients and protect heat-sensitive ingredients.