One simple technology can increase farm productivity by 15%.
Pig farming is on the verge of a revolution associated with the transition to biologically complete feed mixtures of homogeneous-moist form. This innovative feeding technology fundamentally changes the understanding of efficiency and profitability in the industry.
Up to 15% improvement in farm output
Improved gastrointestinal health in pigs
Use of alternative raw materials and by-products
Homogeneous-moist feed mixture is a uniform mass obtained by fine grinding and thorough mixing of various types of raw materials with a precise amount of water. The moisture content of the finished feed is typically 65-75%, which corresponds to the physiological needs of the pigs' digestive system 3 .
1. Fine grinding of raw materials
2. Precise water addition and mixing
3. Homogenization to create uniform consistency
The revolution in preparing homogeneous-moist feeds was made by cavitation technology developed by the company "Cavikorm" 6 .
The cavitation unit creates conditions for instant pressure changes in the feed mixture, leading to the formation and collapse of microscopic bubbles. This results in unique processes:
Pressure Change
Bubble Formation
Cell Disruption
Result: Nutrients become more accessible for absorption, and the feed itself acquires completely new properties.
In 2012, the first large-scale testing of Cavikorm® technology in Russia was conducted at the pig farm OOO "Iskra-ST" (Udmurt Republic) 6 .
| Parameter | Traditional Dry Feed | Homogeneous-Moist Feed with Cavitation | Change, % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Daily Gain, g | 550-600 | 650-720 | +15-18% |
| Feed Conversion | 3.2-3.5 kg | 2.7-2.9 kg | -12-15% |
| GI Tract Diseases, % | 8.5 | 3.2 | -62% |
| Premium Meat Yield, % | 58 | 64 | +10% |
| Parameter | Traditional Dry Feed | Homogeneous-Moist Feed with Cavitation |
|---|---|---|
| Feed Costs per Cycle, rub. | 4,850,000 | 4,120,000 |
| Equipment Cost, rub. | 1,200,000 | 3,500,000 |
| Additional Income from Weight Gain, rub. | — | 730,000 |
| Equipment Payback, months | — | 18-24 |
Transitioning to homogeneous-moist feeding requires specialized equipment that ensures preparation, storage, and distribution of feed mixtures.
Intensive processing of feed mixture. Ensures destruction of raw material cell structures, increasing digestibility.
Creation of homogeneous feed mixture. Ensures even distribution of all components.
Precise water addition. Maintains optimal moisture (65-75%).
Feed delivery to pens. Protected channels prevent mixture separation.
Ready mixture storage. Mixing system maintains homogeneity.
Automated process control. Ensures precise recipe adherence.
The technology allows using various types of raw materials, including food industry by-products 6 .
Although equipment requires significant investment, payback typically doesn't exceed 2 years 6 .
Working with new technology requires special knowledge and skills.
Technology effectiveness directly depends on accurate component dosing.
The technology enables efficient use of various by-products:
Homogeneous-moist feed mixtures represent the next evolutionary step in pig feeding. They combine the advantages of moist feeds (high palatability and digestibility) with modern processing technologies that significantly increase their nutritional value.
Despite the need for initial equipment investment and process restructuring, this technology demonstrates convincing economic benefits: reduced feed consumption, increased weight gains, and improved product quality.
The experience of advanced pig farms, such as OOO "Iskra-ST" in the Udmurt Republic and enterprises in the Ulyanovsk region, proves that homogeneous-moist feeding is the future of pig farming 6 .