Organic Fertilizer Pellet Plant Project
Manure based Organic Fertilizer Pellet Projects
Farms produce a lot of manure every day. Bad handling makes it a burden. Good handling turns it into steady income. We have mature projects for poultry manure pellets in Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. Whether it’s pure chicken manure, cow manure, or mixed manure, you can find a reference case.
5 t/h cow manure pellet plant in South Africa
The line uses a high-temperature composting process in fermentation tanks. Locally abundant corn stalks are added to adjust the carbon-nitrogen ratio.
- Customer output : 5 t/h
- Raw materials : cow manure, corn stalks
6-8 t/h cow manure pellet plant in Brazil
The whole line is designed for two products. It combines solid pellet production with a liquid fermentation system. One set of equipment serves both purposes.
- Customer output : 6-8 t/h
- Raw materials : cow manure, sawdust
5 t/h chicken manure organic fertilizer pellet plant in Vietnam
We converted an existing warehouse into the production line. Chicken manure is pelletized with rice husks and trace elements. The final product works well for rice paddies and orchards. The line includes dust control and odor control systems to meet Vietnam’s environmental requirements.
- Customer output : 5 t/h
- Raw materials : chicken manure, rice husks
4-5 t/h poultry manure pellet plant in Netherlands
Local farm cooperatives produce large amounts of poultry manure. Their old equipment had low capacity. So we matched a pellet mill that connects directly to their existing line.
- Customer output : 4-5 t/h
- Raw materials : poultry manure, straw
16 t/h chicken manure pellet line USA
A layer farming enterprise urgently needed to treat over 100 tons of chicken manure daily. RICHI delivered a fully automatic organic fertilizer pellet production line, which has been put into operation, using fermented pure chicken manure as raw material.
- Customer output : 16t/h
- Raw materials : Pure chicken manure
15 t/h chicken manure fertilizer line in Malaysia
A large farm in Malaysia introduced RICHI’s 15-ton organic fertilizer pellet production line, covering the full process of fermentation turning, crushing, pelletizing, cooling and packaging, turning waste chicken manure into commercial pellet organic fertilizer.
- Customer output : 15t/h
- Raw materials : Chicken manure
Crop Waste based Organic Fertilizer Pellet Projects
Straw in the field is waste. But make it into organic fertilizer pellets, and it becomes a sellable product. Our cases cover different agricultural zones. Each location uses a tailored solution.
8 t/h wheat straw pellet plant in Germany
The line adds a rubbing and crushing section. During fermentation, a nitrogen regulator speeds up decomposition. This closes the loop for straw-based fertilizer.
- Customer output : 8 t/h
- Raw materials : wheat straw, corn stalks
3 t/h corn stalk pellet plant in Kenya
The customer wanted to turn straw into more grain. But the fermentation cycle was too long. So we designed a line with an in-ground turner plus high-temperature microbial agents. This cut the traditional fermentation time by about one third.
- Customer output : 3t/h
- Raw materials : corn stalks, rice straw
10 t/h straw and cow manure pellet plant in Canada
The customer teamed up with local ranches. They wanted to process straw and cow manure together. Our engineers designed a dual-bin batching system. It controls straw grinding size and manure dewatering ratio separately, then mixes them automatically.
- Customer output : 10 t/h
- Raw materials : wheat straw, cow manure
8 t/h rice straw pellet plant in Thailand
The line uses rice straw and a small amount of poultry manure for fermentation. The finished pellets are used on local rubber plantations and cash crops. This creates a circular path from the field back to the field.
- Customer output : 8 t/h
- Raw materials : rice straw, poultry manure
1 t/h straw organic fertilizer pellet project Turkey
RICHI built a complete organic fertilizer pellet production line, using mixed fermentation of straw and livestock manure to achieve crop-livestock cycle and green production.
- Customer output : 1t/h
- Raw materials : Crop straw, livestock manure
2-3 t/h straw fertilizer pelleting project in Philippines
The Philippine government is vigorously promoting the replacement of chemical fertilizers with organic fertilizers. Local straw resources are abundant but not effectively utilized. They introduced a 2-3 ton straw organic fertilizer pelletizing production line.
- Customer output : 2-3t/h
- Raw materials : Crop straw
Industrial By‑products: Organic Fertilizer Pellet Projects
Distiller’s grains, herbal residues, soybean meal, and fruit pomace – these materials have high moisture and high viscosity. Ordinary equipment clogs easily. Our line has anti-clogging designs in the crushing and mixing sections.
distiller’s grains & herbal residue pellet plant in France
The line includes a press filter dewatering step. It lowers the initial moisture from 75% to about 35%. The ring die compression ratio is adjusted to suit high-fiber, sticky materials.
- Customer output : 7 t/h
- Raw materials : distiller’s grains, herbal residue
soybean meal and corn stalk pellet plant in Kenya
We helped the customer test and adjust the formula. Using local soybean meal and corn stalks, the ring die pelletizer produces high-nitrogen organic fertilizer pellets.
- Customer output : 4 t/h
- Raw materials : soybean meal, corn stalks
cassava residue & corn stalk pellet plant in USA
The complete line integrates dewatering, fermentation, and pelletizing. It turns by-products into organic fertilizer pellets for sale. This lowers the customer’s waste disposal cost and creates new income.
- Customer output : 12 t/h
- Raw materials : cassava residue, corn stalks
cassava peel and sludge pellet plant in Thailand
We designed a full solution covering dewatering, fermentation, and pelletizing. One line produces both powder and pellet organic fertilizer. This gives flexibility for different market demands.
- Customer output : 10-12 t/h
- Raw materials : cassava peel, starch sludge
vinasse organic fertilizer production line in Brazil
The production line features a processing system centered on a triple-pass rotary drum dryer, co-processing vinasse solids with chicken manure into pellet organic fertilizer.
- Customer output : 6.5-7.5t/h
- Raw materials : Sugarcane vinasse solids, chicken manure
sugar residue fertilizer production line in Ethiopia
RICHI delivered a complete organic fertilizer production line to six agricultural cooperatives, mixing sugar residue, a by-product of sugar mills, with livestock manure for fermentation and pelletizing.
- Customer output : 20t/h
- Raw materials : Sugar residue, cow manure, chicken manure
Urban Organic Waste Fertilizer Pellet Projects
Municipal sludge, kitchen waste, and yard trimmings – these are headaches for cities. Landfilling or burning them is not cost-effective. Many waste treatment companies have already turned them into organic fertilizer pellets. This solves environmental pressure and brings steady profit.
co-processing plant for kitchen waste and sludge in Germany
The customer’s raw material had high moisture. So the line adds a grease separation and impurity removal section. It also includes a bio-filter deodorizing system to meet local emission standards.
- Customer output : 6 t/h
- Raw materials : kitchen waste, sludge
municipal sludge and yard waste line in South Africa
We helped the customer adjust the fermentation parameters for branches and sludge. The line includes a screen and a magnetic separator to remove plastics, glass fragments, and other impurities.
- Customer output : 5t/h
- Raw materials : municipal sludge, branches and leaves
mixed municipal organic waste line in USA
The line features multi-stage screening and an air separation system. An automated batching system then mixes different batches of raw materials at a stable ratio before fermentation and pelletizing.Works well for them.
- Customer output : 15 t/h
- Raw materials : kitchen waste, yard trimmings, food scraps
pellet plant for city-sorted organic waste in India
High local temperatures speed up fermentation. But the rainy season makes moisture control difficult. So we used forced aeration and turning to manage heat and avoid over-fermentation. We also added a semi-enclosed fermentation tank for rain protection. This keeps production stable in both dry and rainy seasons.
- Customer output : 7 t/h
- Raw materials : kitchen waste, green waste
municipal sludge organic fertilizer production line in Egypt
This project uses dewatered municipal sludge and rice straw as raw materials, turning pollution into nutrients to serve desert improvement and water-saving agriculture.
- Customer output : 8t/h
- Raw materials : Municipal sludge, rice straw
municipal sludge composting production line in Argentina
The project processes 35,000 tons of municipal sludge and 15,000 tons of cow manure annually, producing both organic fertilizer and earthworm feed to cover the Pampas agricultural region.
- Customer output : 6t/h
- Raw materials : Municipal sludge, cow manure
About RICHI Machinery
Based in China and serving global markets, RICHI Machinery is a global manufacturer and engineering service provider specializing in pellet production equipment and complete processing systems. From feed, biomass, and organic fertilizer to cat litter and agricultural waste recycling, we help customers build efficient, reliable, and scalable production solutions tailored to their raw materials, capacity requirements, and market goals. With projects delivered across multiple industries and countries, our focus is always on practical performance, long-term operation, and customer success.
Advanced Engineering & Intelligent Manufacturing
Driven by technology and manufacturing expertise, RICHI integrates process engineering, equipment R&D, intelligent manufacturing, and project delivery into one complete service system. Our modern production facilities, precision machining capabilities, and experienced technical team allow us to provide customized equipment, complete plant design, automation integration, installation guidance, and ongoing technical support. From single machines to fully integrated production lines, we deliver solutions designed for stability, efficiency, and sustainable production growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to plan an organic fertilizer line, investment budget, raw material suitability – these are the top concerns for first-time buyers. Below are six common questions for your reference.
How long is the payback period for building an organic fertilizer line?
The payback period is typically 1 to 2 years. A key feature of the organic fertilizer business is that raw materials are often low-cost or even free. Some farms or food processors will even pay you to haul away their waste. The payback speed mainly depends on local market demand. We suggest researching your target customers’ fertilizer needs before investing.
Can all organic wastes be used to make organic fertilizer? Is odor a problem?
Most organic wastes can be used. But the key to success lies in pretreatment and odor control. Fresh livestock manure needs dewatering first. Kitchen waste requires oil-water separation. Already rotten materials should be processed quickly. Using closed fermentation tanks with a deodorizing system effectively controls odor. Also, factors like humidity and temperature need to be considered during the design phase.
What are the main quality indicators for organic fertilizer pellets? How can I achieve a higher price?
Buyers usually focus on three core indicators: organic matter content (generally not less than 30% or as per local standards), moisture content (below 15% to prevent mold), and pellet hardness (so they do not break during transport). Pay attention to these details for your organic fertilizer pellets. Also, better packaging quality helps command a higher price. In addition, a fertilizer registration certificate and organic product certification help attract large customers.
What technical support and after-sales service do you provide after line installation?
We understand the challenges of overseas after-sales. Therefore, we offer a one-year warranty. We also have spare parts warehouses in multiple global locations. This ensures you get wear parts (such as ring dies, rollers, and screens) in the shortest possible time.
For after-sales issues, remote video guidance is our standard service. Our engineers can usually be on site within 48 hours.
We provide operation training until your staff can operate the line independently.
What should I consider when choosing a factory location?
You should locate the factory close to the raw material source. Keep the transport distance within 50 km to control collection costs. Make sure the land is zoned for industrial or agricultural facility use. Complete an environmental impact assessment. Also, find out whether the local government offers subsidies for equipment purchases to support organic fertilizer production.
If I start with a powder line to test the market, can I upgrade to a pellet line later?
Yes, you can. We recommend a “step-by-step investment, gradual upgrade” strategy. Start with a powder fertilizer line. It requires less investment and pays back faster. Once the market opens up, we simply add the pelletizing, drying, and cooling sections to your existing layout. Key tip: When planning your factory building, be sure to reserve enough power capacity and installation space. This will save you up to 50% of your future upgrade cost.
