Essentials of Livestock Carcass Composting
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
VSU Randolph Farm - 4415 River Road Petersburg, VA, 23803
This hands-on workshop is designed for farmers seeking natural and respectful ways to manage livestock losses. Hosted on Randolph Farm, this workshop will walk participants through the composting process using real-life examples, including actual livestock mortalities. Participants will learn the science, the steps, and the tools to do it safely, legally and sustainably. The registration fee for this class is $25.00.
For more information, contact Dahlia OBrien at 804.524.6963 or dobrien@vsu.edu.
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If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please call 804-524-3292 / TDD 800-828-1120 during business hours of 8 am and 5 pm to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.
Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments.