On-Farm Mortality Composting Workshop
Event Details
Date
October 22, 2026
Time
10:00am - Noon
Location
El-Vi Farms
14 Pelis Rd
Newark, NY 14513
Host
CCE Ontario County
Jacob Maslyn
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Livestock mortalities are a natural part of agriculture, but the sustainable management of animal losses can be challenging for farmers, especially larger operations. On-site composting offers an economically viable and safe management method that results in a valuable soil amendment. Join us for this in-person workshop to learn about best management practices for mortality composting on your farm.
Topics will include:
- Siting considerations
- Sourcing wood chips
- Proper compost pile construction
- Moisture & temperature monitoring
- Odor & scavenger prevention
- Avoiding common mistakes
- Using finished compost
Attendees will also get to see a forced-aerated in-vessel composting unit by Dungster!
This workshop is organized by CCE Ontario County in partnership with Cornell University's Center for Organics Recycling and Education (NYCORE) and PRO-DAIRY programs. Questions can be directed to Jacob Maslyn at JLM563@cornell.edu
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