There are several options for managing livestock deaths. The first obvious investigation should be into the causes of death. Nutrition should be adequate, and if disease is a problem then veterinarians will help to fix any problem areas. If appropriate, carcasses can be rendered into value-added products. It is appropriate if the carcasses contain no zoonotic disease (that can be transferred to humans). Storage and pick-up of carcasses are necessary for rendering to be a viable option. Incinerators are a good method as well. They are regulated by Saskatchewan Environment and must be designed and used with their accordance. They regulate fuel type and permits and such. The incinerator designer provides information and technical support. Composting is a method that has 2 types of systems. The “In-vessel” method has three bins. One has a substance such as sawdust for a bulking agent, and the second one is filled. They are then moved to the third bin after a time. Composting requires management of moisture, temperature, and carbon-to-nitrogen ratios. They must be designed so as to not be hazardous to the environment. A properly designed burial pit can also be an acceptable method. Water supplies and winter mortalities must be taken into account when managing a burial site. Animals must be covered as soon as possible and should continuously be covered with soil. Unfortunately, catastrophes can happen that result in huge losses. If it is naturally caused (such as a fire, non-foreign disease, or a flood), the local authorities will direct the disposal. A good burial site will have natural features to protect the environment. The area should not be subject to flooding and should be 100 meters from a source of water, highway, property, or other livestock facilities. Minimize the distance from the burial site to the barn.