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Composting: A Viable Alternative for Mortality Disposal
by: University of Kentucky College of Agriculture
Proper livestock stewardship does not cease when an animal dies. Despite sound management, all horse producers will experience losses due to weather, disease, or other natural causes. Options for carcass disposal are dwindling due to enhanced regulation and decreased availability of rendering services. To address growing environmental and biosecurity concerns, many producers are investigatin ...
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