Welcome to MortCompost.Info, where you will find up to date information and resources on the natural rendering of livestock mortalities and butcher residuals on the farm.

This website was created as part of the WSU On-Farm Mortality Composting Research and Education Project, a part of the BIOAg Program of Washington State University's Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources. It contains composting instructions for producers, information on climate and materials by region, Washington State agricultural composting regulations, photo galleries, and links to further research.

The following is a brief description of what you will find here:

ABOUT THIS SITE - An explanation of the WSU On-Farm Mortality Composting Research and Education Project - who we are and what we are doing.

NEWS - Announcements, new projects, press releases, and upcoming events.

FAQs - Frequently asked questions, and answers. This is also the place to post any specific questions you may have.

REGULATIONS - A basic outline of Washington State regulations as they affect on-farm composting. Links to the applicable RCWs and WACs, as well as regulatory agencies.

LINKS - Links to other universities and states that have published research or guidelines on mortality composting and natural rendering. You will also find links to Washington State regulatory agencies, and some general compost resources.

DOWNLOADS - Data sheets and compost guidelines to download and print.

GALLERIES - Photo documentation of some of the Washington State trial sites. Each gallery illustrates different climates, materials, and compost systems.

GETTING STARTED - Specific instructions for starting your own on-farm mortality composting system, including tips on materials and troubleshooting.