Learning Objectives
1. Select motorized grinder equipment ($200-400) and operate safely
2. Install and operate horizontal mixer ($300-600)
3. Produce 200-300 kg daily with 3-4 hours labor
4. Optimize equipment efficiency and maintenance
5. Scale to 10-20 regular farmer customers
6. Calculate commercial operation ROI and break-even point
PHASE 3 PROFIT PROJECTIONS (Months 4-6)
| Month | Production (kg) | Gross Revenue | Equipment Costs | Net Profit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 4 | 4,000 kg | $4,800 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Month 5 | 5,000 kg | $6,000 | $2,400 | $3,600 |
| Month 6 | 6,000 kg | $7,200 | $2,400 | $4,800 |
| TOTAL (3 months) | 15,000 kg | $18,000 | $7,200 | $10,800 |
Phase 3 Equipment: Motorized Production ($500-1,000 Total)
| Equipment | Type | Cost Range | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorized Grinder | Electric or petrol-powered | $200-400 | 100-150 kg/hour |
| Horizontal Mixer | Electric 1.5-2.5 HP | $300-600 | 100-200 kg batches |
| Bagging Machine | Manual or semi-automatic | $100-250 | 500+ bags/day |
| Storage Bins | Plastic drums or containers | $100-200 | 1,000 kg storage |
| TOTAL INVESTMENT | — | $700-1,450 | — |
Video 1: Motorized Feed Grinder Operation
Video 2: Horizontal Mixer Setup & Operation
Video 3: Industrial Feed Production Scaling
Video 4: Quality Control in Motorized Production
Video 5: Commercial Farm Operations & Scaling
Daily Workflow: Phase 3 (3-4 hours/day)
- Morning (30 min): Receive & organize orders from 15-20 farmers
- Raw Material Prep (40 min): Weigh ingredients for 200 kg batches
- Motorized Grinding (40 min): Process coarse materials (100+ kg/hr)
- Horizontal Mixing (50 min): Mix 200 kg batches to consistency
- Bagging (40 min): Package into 20 kg bags using bagging machine
- Storage & Delivery (30 min): Prepare for delivery to farms
Daily Production: 200-300 kg × $0.60 profit = $120-180/day
Business Requirements: Phase 3
- Dedicated workspace (20 sq meters minimum)
- 3-phase electrical connection or generator ($500+)
- Raw material storage facility
- Finished product storage (temperature, humidity controlled)
- Vehicle for delivery (own or rent)
4 Module Knowledge Check Questions
- What is the Phase 3 motorized equipment investment range? (Answer: $500-1,000)
- Expected daily production capacity in Phase 3? (Answer: 200-300 kg)
- Monthly profit in Phase 3 (Month 4-6)? (Answer: $2,400-4,800)
- How many farmers as customers in Phase 3? (Answer: 10-20)