Big Herdsman Machinery Co., Ltd., based in Qingdao, China, is a globally recognized manufacturer and solutions provider of modern livestock and poultry farming equipment. Since its establishment, Big Herdsman has become a key player in agricultural automation by designing, manufacturing, and installing complete livestock and poultry farm systems.
Core Business and Product Offerings
Big Herdsman offers a comprehensive portfolio of farming systems and equipment including:
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Poultry Equipment:
- Automatic Feeding Systems
- Drinking Systems
- Layer and Broiler Cage Systems
- Egg Collection Systems
- Manure Removal Systems
- Ventilation Systems
- Climate Control Systems
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Pig Equipment:
- Gestation and Farrowing Crates
- Automated Feeding and Drinking Systems
- Ventilation and Waste Management Systems
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Aquaculture Equipment:
- S Series Aqua-Feeder for automated feeding solutions
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Steel Structure Housing:
- Customized prefabricated poultry and pig housing systems
These product lines are supported by advanced R&D, automated production facilities, and a skilled engineering team capable of delivering turnkey farming solutions.
Unique Selling Proposition and Specialization
Big Herdsman is one of the few Chinese agricultural equipment manufacturers offering fully integrated farm design, production, and installation services. Its competitive edge lies in:
- Tailored farming solutions based on client-specific operational needs
- High durability equipment designed for different climates and geographies
- Strong global project execution capabilities with installations across 40+ countries
The company specializes in both greenfield and brownfield projects, ranging from small farms to large-scale integrated farming complexes.
Financial Performance
As per public disclosures and industry estimates:
- Annual Revenue (2023): Approx. USD 75 million
- Export Revenue Contribution: 60% of total revenue
- Top Markets: Southeast Asia, Middle East, Latin America, and Africa
Big Herdsman continues to show robust annual growth of 12–15%, driven by demand for automated and sustainable farming infrastructure.
Shipment and Export Data
Based on international trade data:
- Annual Export Shipments: Over 500 containers per year
- Major Clients: Poultry integrators, government agriculture departments, NGOs
- Top Destinations: Philippines, Vietnam, Egypt, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia
Big Herdsman also has strategic service partners in key global markets to support installation, training, and after-sales services.
Market and Customer Base
The company serves:
- Commercial poultry and pig farms
- Government agricultural development projects
- International aid and food security programs
- Turnkey farming operations seeking full infrastructure setup
Their modular and scalable approach to farming systems makes them suitable for both SMEs and large agribusiness enterprises.
Capabilities and Infrastructure
- Manufacturing Area: Over 150,000 square meters
- R&D Team: 60+ engineers dedicated to continuous product innovation
- Annual Production Capacity:
- 1,000,000 poultry cages
- 50,000 gestation/farrowing crates
- 300,000 meters of feeding lines
- Installation Projects: Completed 600+ projects globally
Their in-house capacity ensures quick lead times and high product reliability.
Certifications and Compliance
Big Herdsman products comply with:
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
- CE Certification for European markets
- TUV Certified materials and components
- Environmental Compliance standards for waste and ventilation systems
These certifications enable the company to supply to highly regulated markets and participate in large public-sector projects.
Customer Testimonials
"Our partnership with Big Herdsman on our layer farm in Nigeria has been exceptional. Their team delivered ahead of time with professional installation and post-sale support."
– Project Manager, Agritech Poultry Nigeria
"We imported cage systems from Big Herdsman for our new facility in Vietnam. The equipment quality and engineering support were far superior to our previous supplier."
– Operations Director, Poultry Integrator Vietnam
Achievements
- Recognized as “Top 10 Livestock Equipment Exporter” by the China Animal Agriculture Association in 2022
- Completed one of the largest turnkey poultry projects in Southeast Asia in 2023
- Partnered with FAO and other NGOs for farm modernization in Africa
- Launched smart farm management system integrating IoT-based monitoring in 2024
Big Herdsman continues to transform the livestock and poultry farming industry with a commitment to innovation, quality, and global agricultural development.
