<![CDATA[The growing demand for organic fertilizer calls for innovations in manure processing technology to enhance production efficiency and product quality. This study presents the design, fabrication, and performance evaluation of a prototype manure shredder–pulverizer that integrates dual shredding and pulverizing functions to accelerate the composting process and produce uniform particle sizes. The machine is powered by a 6.5 HP gasoline engine and tested using fresh goat manure with an average moisture content of approximately 70%. Performance evaluation focused on processing capacity, particle size distribution, specific energy consumption, and output homogeneity. The prototype achieved an average processing capacity of 96.4 kg/h, with more than 82.5% of the processed material passing through a 4 mm sieve and a dominant fraction of 2–4 mm (54.0%), which is ideal for composting. The specific energy consumption averaged 0.050 kWh/kg, lower than reported values for comparable small-scale biomass shredders. The homogeneity index consistently rated as Good, indicating stable particle size distribution across repeated trials. These findings demonstrate that the developed prototype provides a practical, energy-efficient, and low-cost solution for small-scale organic fertilizer production, supporting sustainable agricultural practices and reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers.]]>
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