The ruminant feed industry in China is experiencing rapid growth, driven by rising demand for high-quality animal protein and the continuous expansion of livestock farming. In 2023, China’s ruminant feed production reached 16.71 million tons — a 3.4% year-on-year increase. Key regions such as Inner Mongolia, Liaoning, and Hebei accounted for over 42% of total production. As the ruminant feed market continues to evolve, supportive government policies and technological innovation are creating new opportunities for leading companies like BellaEx to shape the industry’s future.

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Shifting Industry Dynamics and Policy Support in Feed Industry

The Chinese government has launched several initiatives to promote sustainable and efficient development of the ruminant feed sector. The 14th Five-Year National Forage Industry Development Plan aims to boost high-quality forage production, ensure that 80% of cattle and sheep feed demands are met domestically, and achieve a 65% mechanization rate in ruminant feed production by 2025. These policies create a strong foundation for innovation, investment, and industrial upgrading.

The industry is also shifting toward large-scale, specialized production. The growing industrialization of livestock farming has significantly increased the demand for industrial ruminant feed. Dairy and beef cattle are the main consumers of such feed, with dairy feed alone accounting for nearly 56% of total ruminant feed output in 2021. This reflects the rising importance of precision nutrition and quality improvement in milk and meat production.

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BellaEx’s Commitment to Innovation and Industry Growth

As a leading supplier of ruminant feed processing equipment, BellaEx is dedicated to driving innovation and efficiency across the industry. With over 25 years of experience, BellaEx has developed advanced technologies tailored for ruminant feed production. Among its flagship products, the FC7175SF Steam Corn Flaking Machine can produce up to 240 tons of steam-flaked corn per day. This high-performance solution uses German moisturizing technology to enhance ruminant feed digestibility, improve nutritional value, and reduce production costs.

Clients such as Ningxia Agricultural Reclamation Project and Hebei Hengtai Feed Group have adopted BellaEx’s ruminant feed solutions, achieving major gains in efficiency and profitability. Beyond manufacturing, BellaEx provides full-cycle services — from project design and installation to after-sales support — ensuring seamless integration of new technologies into existing ruminant feed production lines.

Aligned with national sustainability goals, BellaEx is continuously innovating with energy-efficient and customized solutions for ruminant feed producers. The company is also expanding globally, helping livestock enterprises in regions such as South America and Africa meet the growing demand for high-quality ruminant feed.

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A Vision for the Future

The accelerating growth of the ruminant feed market offers vast potential for innovation and collaboration. BellaEx remains committed to advancing the production with cutting-edge equipment and services that help producers stay competitive in this dynamic industry. By aligning closely with policy directions and market trends, BellaEx aims to become the trusted global partner for comprehensive ruminant feed solutions — empowering the sustainable future of livestock production.

For more information about BellaEx’s ruminant feed technologies and services, please visit www.bellaex.com or contact us via LinkedIn.