In a recent international equipment export project, our Silage crushing and collecting machine was successfully delivered to Zambia.

With its integrated functions of cutting, crushing, and collecting, the machine has greatly improved the efficiency of silage feed processing, reduced crop residue waste, and enhanced feed utilization for the local farm.

Customer background and requirements

The client is a mixed crop–livestock farm in Zambia that mainly handles corn stalks, grasses, and cotton stalks. To reduce manual labor, improve straw recycling efficiency, and build a stable silage feed supply system, the customer needed a highly efficient silage processing machine that is easy to operate, easy to maintain, and adaptable to tropical climate conditions.

Machine specifications and configuration

• Drive Method: PTO-powered, compatible with ≥ 60 HP tractors
• Dimensions: Approx. 1.6 m × 1.2 m × 2.8 m
• Weight: About 800 kg
• Working Width: Around 1.3 m (customizable width available)
• Blade Quantity: 32 high-strength rotary blades
• Crushing Length: Less than 80 mm
• Recycling Rate: ≥ 80%
• Working Speed / Efficiency: 2–4 km/h, approx. 0.25–0.48 hm²/hour

These specifications ensure stable and efficient performance for typical Zambian crop types and field conditions.

Performance after installation

Once put into operation, the Silage crushing and collecting machine significantly improved the farm’s processing efficiency:

• Labor reduced from multiple workers to a single operator, cutting manpower costs.
• 32 rotary blades deliver fast and uniform crushing, ideal for silage fermentation.
• ≥ 80% recycling rate reduces residue waste, increasing resource utilization.
• Overall processing efficiency improved by 30–40%, meeting medium- and large-scale farm demands.
• Automatic unloading and blowing system minimizes manual handling, speeding up loading and stacking.

The customer reported that the machine helped establish a more stable feed supply system and improved livestock feeding quality.

Conclusion

The Zambian farm’s experience demonstrates that the Silage crushing and collecting machine can operate efficiently and reliably under African climate and crop conditions. Whether used for silage feed production or agricultural waste recycling, this machine is an ideal solution for boosting efficiency and reducing material loss.

If you are looking to upgrade your farm with a high-efficiency, low-cost silage crushing and collecting solution, feel free to contact us for model recommendations and detailed quotations tailored to your needs.