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Introduction into Feed Milling Core Processes

Next course dates:
19.01. – 23.01.2026 (DE)
24.08. – 28.08.2026 (EN)


Aim of course

Participants will gain fundamental knowledge of industrial animal feed production, with emphasis on the core processes of size reduction, mixing, and compacting. They will become familiar with the individual process stages as well as the operating principles of the equipment used.

Topics

  • Feed Milling Industry:
    Trends and developments, production worldwide, raw materials
  • Flowsheet technology:
    Structure of a compound feed plant, basic flowsheets, batch mixing plant
  • Core processes:
    Fundamentals in sections like size reduction, mixing, liquid addition, conditioning, hygienisation, pelleting and cooling
  • In all sections:
    Practical introduction into the working principle of machines and elements
  • Visit of a feed mill

Language
English / German

Participants
8 – 12 persons

Audience
Newcomers and Career Changers

Duration
1 week

Costs
CHF 2’240
(excl. VAT)

Venue
Training Center
Uzwil, Switzerland

Booking and cancellation conditions

Hotel / Accomodation

On request, we are pleased to book a *** or *** hotel.
(please fill in the corresponding field on the application form)

Course Fee

CHF 2’240 (excl. VAT)

Included are course documentation, lunches, coffee, water, tea and one social evening with dinner. Not included are hotel accommodation, travelling costs, transportation from airport to hotel etc.

Application deadline / Terms of payment

Registration must be completed no later than four weeks before the course starts and becomes final upon receipt of payment. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the course will likewise be canceled by that time at the latest.

Cancellation fees (in % of course fee)
within 4-6 weeks prior to the beginning: 10%
within 2-4 weeks prior to the beginning: 25%
within 2 weeks prior to the beginning: 50%