Hatsun expands cattle feed production unit, invests Rs 60 cr

Dairy firm Hatsun Agro Production today said it has expanded the capacity of its cattle feed production unit located near Palani, Tamil Nadu with an investment of Rs 60 crore.
The production capacity has been increased to 1,000 tonnes per day from 650 tonnes per day. The new production line has been made operationalised, the company said in a statement.
"This expansion facilitates our intention for continuous and consistent support to our farmers who seek good quality feed for their cattle," Hatsun Agro Chairman and Managing Director R G Chandramogan said.
The cattle feed has the best of ingredients and nutrients that improves the cattles health and milk yield, he said.

The company's cattle feed unit had come into operation last year but the expansion was taken within a short span because of growing demand for its brand 'Santosa'. About Rs 60 crore was invested for the expansion project.
The capacity enhancement will help to cater to the growing requirements of farmers across the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra.
The company said it conforms to high quality standards through latest equipment providing highly nutritious and balanced feed for cattle.