Modeling of a Small Group Scale TMR Plant for Beef Cattle and Dairy Farm in Korea(Ⅱ) - Performance Test and Cost Analysis of the Model Plant -
2010
Ha, Y.S., Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Republic of Korea | Hong, D.H., Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Republic of Korea | Park, K.K., Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Republic of Korea
A Model of small scale total mixed rations (TMR) plant which can be utilized round bales was developed, tested and analyzed in this study. This study consist of two parts. One is development of a small scale TMR plant model which was already reported at the previous paper. This is the second part of the study. For the study, a series of tests of the model plant were performed and its costs was analyzed. Also, the break-even point of the model plant by comparing with market price of commercial TMR feed was determined. As the results of mixing test, the average coefficient of variation (CV) value for mixing of the feed was 13.0 % at the gate of the mixer. The production cost was estimated as 8,298 won/head for dairy cattle farm and 2,495 won/head for beef cattle farm, when producing 8 batch a day. Also, it is recommended to utilize the model plant when farm size is over 79 heads for dairy cattle farm and 113 heads for beef cattle farm. As an overall conclusion, the model plant designed for farm size TMR feed mill will be very useful model for both beef cattle and dairy farms in Korea. Also it is expected that the capital investment for the model plant can be recovered with 8 months compare with purchasing commercial TMR feed if the model plant feeds 1,000 beef cattle approximately.
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