Abstract: Apparatus is provided for removing the surplus of tobacco fibrous material from one side of a continuous stream. The apparatus comprises conveyer means for moving the stream lengthwise so that one side of the stream remains exposed. Compressing means are further provided for compacting spaced-apart portions of the moving stream. The apparatus further includes filler segregating means including at least one rotary disc having a marginal portion extending into the moving stream wherein the marginal portion includes at least one pocket having an open side facing the exposed side of the stream with the surplus of fibrous material extending beyond the marginal portion. Means are further provided for rotating the disc at a peripheral speed which at least closely approximates the speed of the lengthwise movement of the stream. At least one pocket is arranged to receive and temporarily confine parts of the compacted portions of the stream.