Learning Objectives
1. Establish a commercial feed production facility (500+ kg/day)
2. Hire and train employees for production & delivery
3. Implement quality assurance & food safety protocols
4. Manage multiple animal feed types (dairy, beef, specialty)
5. Expand distribution channels beyond local farmers
6. Build sustainable $5K-10K/month profit operation
PHASE 4 SUSTAINED PROFIT (Months 7+)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Daily Production Capacity | 500-1,000 kg |
| Monthly Production | 12,000-20,000 kg |
| Revenue per kg | $1.00-1.20 |
| Production Cost per kg | $0.40-0.50 |
| Monthly Revenue | $12,000-24,000 |
| Monthly Operating Costs | $4,000-8,000 |
| SUSTAINED MONTHLY PROFIT | $5,000-15,000 |
Commercial Equipment: Full Setup ($2,500-5,000 Total)
| Equipment | Specification | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Hammer Mill (Motorized) | 300+ kg/hour capacity | $400-800 |
| Horizontal Twin-Shaft Mixer | 500-1,000 kg batches | $800-1,500 |
| Automatic Bagging Machine | 1,000+ bags/day | $600-1,200 |
| Conveyor Systems | Ingredient & product flow | $400-800 |
| Industrial Scales | 1-5 ton capacity | $300-600 |
| Storage & Safety Equipment | Bins, fencing, tools | $500-1,000 |
Video 1: Commercial Feed Mill Operations
Video 2: Employee Training & Management
Video 3: Quality Assurance in Feed Production
Video 4: Scaling Production Operations
Video 5: Farm Business Operations & Marketing
Commercial Facility Requirements
- Space: 100-200 sq meters (processing + storage + office)
- Power: 3-phase, 20+ amp electrical connection
- Water: Clean water supply for testing & cleaning
- Licenses: Feed production license, food safety certification
- Staff: 2-4 full-time employees minimum
- Transportation: Vehicle for bulk deliveries (truck/van)
Staff Structure & Training
| Position | Responsibility | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Production Manager | Oversee all production, quality control | $600-1,200 |
| Equipment Operator (2x) | Grinding, mixing, bagging | $400-600 each |
| Driver/Delivery | Transport & delivery to farms | $400-600 |
| TOTAL MONTHLY PAYROLL | — | $1,800-3,000 |
4 Module Knowledge Check Questions
- What is the commercial Phase 4 daily production capacity? (Answer: 500+ kg)
- Expected monthly sustained profit in Phase 4? (Answer: $5,000-10,000+)
- How many employees needed for commercial operation? (Answer: 2-4)
- Total commercial equipment investment? (Answer: $2,500-5,000)