[Rahul A B]

Aeration is the process of forcing air through stored grain in silos to control its temperature and moisture content. The goal is to keep the grain cool and dry, preventing spoilage, mold, and insect activity..

Aeration directly influences shrinkage in two main ways

Moisture-Related Shrinkage &Temperature and Moisture Uniformity

[Kim]

Pellet die metallurgy is a complex question, with no ‘simple’ answer. Sources of information can be die manufacturers, pellet press manufacturers. The choice of material depends on the ingredients most likely to be used in formulas which will relate to the ‘life’ of the die. Also proper die and roller maintenance are important.

[Lasisi]

Good response… helpful and insightful

[Rahul A B]

A combination of proper drying, aeration, sanitation, and preventive treatment is crucial to control fungal growth and ensure raw material safety in storage. Consistent monitoring and documentation strengthen quality assurance and help prevent mycotoxin-related losses.

[Dr Shabir]

improvement in

-Genetics,

-Nutrition,

-management

-Health

is a continuous process yet and all have their own importance and worth

[Amir]

Which method is commonly used for improving poultry farming and why?

[Amir]

Yes, switching broilers from mash to crumble or pellet diets typically results in improved performance

[Amir]

Good question

[Amir]

Informative

[Amir]

Good question

[AHMED]

control

Ring die mills need finer, uniform raw materials. Using a continuous grinding and mixing system helps improve efficiency and stability. For small pellet mills, crush coarse materials like hay or corn cobs to 2-5mm first to avoid blockages and improve pellet formation.

If your raw materials are mainly grass powder or shells, mix in corn flour, wheat bran, or soybean meal, and use dies with holes of 6mm or larger. Using only coarse materials without mixing will likely cause blockages. For ring die mills, adjust the die compression ratio and conditioning time.

[AHMED]

• Roller vibration causes inconsistent or stopped output.
• Frequent blockages that require cleaning.
• Lower pellet efficiency, reduced molding rate, and higher load.
• Large particles blocking the screw feeder and buildup in the die chamber (for ring die feed pellet mill die).
• low steam supply

[India]

👍 Good One

[India]

Please share your experience on pellet mill die choking issues & its control measures at your respective feed mills

Sakthivel V P

[India]

What preventive measures do you follow in your raw material silos or godowns to avoid fungal growth?

Sakthivel