Deadstock disposal has been a hot topic in recent
\nyears, mostly because of biosecurity concerns. Options for deadstock disposal in Ontario are currently
\nlimited to rendering, composting and burial. Rendering is
\na disposal method which now costs farmers money, rather
\nthan providing a small source of income, as in previous
\nyears. It is also becoming unpopular because of regulatory
\nrestrictions.
\nAs a result, farmers are eager to explore alternative disposal
\nmethods for their dead livestock , especially on larger
\noperations where biosecurity is critical. Two methods rapidly
\ngaining popularity are composting and cremation.
\nDr. Bill Van Heyst and graduate students Pat Linton and
\nMike Thomson of the School of Engineering at the University
\nof Guelph have been studying the composting of deadstock,
\nan excellent disposal method if performed in a proper manner.
\nHowever, the emissions released during the composting
\nprocess need to be characterized to evaluate their impact
\non the environment. Additionally, the nutrient availability in
\nthe finished compost must be analyzed. The results indicate that, if best management practices
\nare implemented \u2013 such as the operation of a secondary
\nburner or after-burner at a prescribed temperature and
\ntime \u2013 then the resulting environmental impacts are minimized.
\n\u201cUpset conditions, such as frozen diesel lines, can
\ndramatically increase the emission of some toxic pollutants
\nsuch as dioxins and furans,\u201d he notes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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