Incineration - Carcass Disposal

Incineration is an effective but more costly method. It is a good cold weather alternative to burial.

Requirements:

  1. Carcass must be incinerated in a PCA-approved incinerator. (MN Rule 7011.1215)
  2. Ash and gas emissions from the incinerator must not exceed pollution standards.

Advantages

  • Can be performed year-round
  • Low biosecurity risk

Disadvantages

  • Expensive
  • Causes odor