Training on Animal Feed Processing
Learn animal feed formulation, processing, and quality control to improve livestock productivity and profitability.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Foundation
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Efficient animal feed processing is essential for improving livestock productivity, reducing costs, and ensuring high-quality nutrition. Proper formulation and processing of animal feed directly impact animal health, growth, and overall farm profitability.
This programme provides a comprehensive understanding of animal feed production, from raw material selection and formulation to processing, quality control, and storage. Participants will gain practical skills in producing balanced, cost-effective, and safe animal feed while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Livestock farmers and agribusiness operators
- Feed mill operators and technicians
- Agricultural extension officers
- Animal nutritionists and veterinarians
- Entrepreneurs in animal feed production
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to
- Understand principles of animal nutrition and feed formulation
- Select and evaluate feed raw materials
- Apply feed processing techniques and technologies
- Ensure quality control and safety in feed production
- Improve efficiency and profitability in feed operations
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Fundamentals of Animal Nutrition & Feed Ingredients
- Basics of animal nutrition (proteins, energy, vitamins, minerals)
- Types of feed ingredients and their functions
- Feed requirements for different livestock (poultry, cattle, pigs)
- Evaluating raw materials for quality and safety
- Case Study: Poor nutrition and livestock performance
- Practical: Identifying and assessing feed ingredients
Module 2: Feed Formulation Techniques
- Principles of balanced ration formulation
- Least-cost feed formulation methods
- Use of formulation tools and software
- Adjusting feed for different growth stages
- Workshop: Formulating feed rations
- Practical: Cost analysis of feed formulations
Module 3: Feed Processing Methods & Equipment
- Feed processing techniques (grinding, mixing, pelleting)
- Types of feed processing equipment
- Operation and maintenance of feed machinery
- Improving feed efficiency and digestibility
- Case Study: Feed processing efficiency challenges
- Practical: Demonstration of feed processing
Module 4: Quality Control & Feed Safety
- Feed quality standards and regulations
- Contamination risks and prevention (toxins, pathogens)
- Sampling and testing of feed
- Storage and handling of feed products
- Workshop: Developing a quality control plan
- Practical: Feed quality inspection
Module 5: Business, Marketing & Sustainability in Feed Production
- Economics of feed production
- Cost management and profitability
- Marketing and distribution strategies
- Sustainable and environmentally friendly feed practices
- Capstone Project: Animal feed production business plan
Where the change lands
Individual Impact
- Improved knowledge of animal nutrition and feed processing
- Practical skills in feed formulation and production
- Enhanced ability to ensure feed quality and safety
- Increased capacity to manage feed production operations
Organizational Impact
- Improved livestock productivity and health
- Reduced feed costs and increased efficiency
- Enhanced quality and safety of feed products
- Increased profitability in feed production businesses
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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