Grinder for cutting poultry feeds developed
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, June 18 2025: In a remarkable example of selfemployment, a man from Bishnupur has launched a venture that develops grinders for cutting poultry feed, having sold over 100 units so far.

Urinkhinbam Somorendro (41), s/o Late Achouba of Moirang Mairembam Leikai started the venture on May 6, 2025.Priced at Rs 3,800 each, he has sold a total of 107 locally made grinders so far.

Since he couldn't meet the demand for the grinders alone, Somorendro has hired Konjengbam Rohit (26), son of the Late Ibungomacha of Moirang Kumam Leikai, to assist him.

Speaking to The Sangai Express, Somorendro, who also raises poultry himself, said that cutting poultry feed is a time-consuming task, and he found a more efficient method through the internet.

Saying that he came across a YouTube video where a man built a grinder using a washing machine motor, he added that he, inspired by the idea, replicated the method and began developing grinders that can cut poultry feed more efficiently.

Somorendro said that he used a modified drill machine, instead of using a washing machine motor.

He said that he attached blades to the drill's tip, placed a bucket to hold vegetables, and used three iron rods arranged in a triangular shape to support the bucket to create a functional grinder.

However, Somorendro noted that putting wet vegetables into the grinder is not advisable, as it can cause the drill to overheat.

Continuing that he bought all the components for the grinder from a local hardware store, he added that the grinder gained popularity among poultry farmers after he posted a video on Facebook.

Apart from making grinders for cutting poultry feed, Somorendro said he also plans to develop machines for cutting cattle and fish feed.

He went on to say that the demand for the grinder is high, and he is concerned he may not be able to deliver all the orders.

Somorendro said he can produce up to three grinders a day and offers a discount of Rs 100 to Rs 200 for customers who purchase directly from his residence.

Further stating that he also teaches customers how to operate the grinder, he added that sometimes the grinder may fail to work properly if a large quantity of vegetables is put in at once.

Somorendro said he, at first, didn't intend to commercialize the grinder, as his primary goal was simply to save time for himself.

He mentioned that he made a special grinder for a tribal vendor from Bishnupur who sells momos and sausages, designed specifically to cut vegetables for fillings, and sold it for Rs 5,000 .

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