The regulations governing the disposal of fallen stock and animal by-products in the United Kingdom exist for two primary reasons to protect public health and to protect the natural environment. When animal carcasses are disposed of improperly – whether through unauthorised burial, open burning, or simply leaving them on land without appropriate management – the […]
What Happens to Fallen Stock After It Is Collected?
When a Martland’s Fallen Stock collection vehicle leaves your farm, the process of compliant, regulated disposal is only just beginning. Understanding what happens to livestock carcasses after collection provides important reassurance that the materials are being handled responsibly, and helps farmers appreciate the regulated system they are participating in. From the moment a carcass is […]
How to Choose a Fallen Stock Collection Service – Key Questions to Ask
Not all fallen stock collection services are equal, and choosing the right provider for your farming business is an important decision. A fallen stock collection service is not simply a company that removes dead animals – it is a regulated, approved entity operating within a strictly controlled framework, and the quality of service it provides […]
The Role of Fallen Stock Collection in Preventing the Spread of Disease on Farms
One of the most important – and frequently underappreciated – functions of professional fallen stock collection is its contribution to disease prevention and biosecurity on farms. Martland’s Fallen Stock plays a direct role in reducing disease risk for farming businesses across the UK by ensuring that carcasses are removed promptly, transported safely, and processed through […]
Fallen Stock Collection for Beef and Cattle Farmers
Cattle farming presents specific fallen stock management challenges that are distinct from those faced by farmers working with other livestock species. The sheer size and weight of adult bovines create practical handling difficulties, and the regulatory framework governing cattle carcass disposal is among the most detailed in UK agriculture. Martland’s Fallen Stock Collection Service has […]
ISO 14001 and Sustainability Reporting – Putting Your Collection Documentation to Work
For food manufacturers and larger food businesses, the documentation behind every waste collection is not just a compliance obligation, it is a data source that feeds environmental management systems and sustainability reporting. Martlands provides the compliant documentation that supports this as part of our fallen stock and ABP collection service, working from our family-run, DEFRA […]
Animal By-Product Collection for Equine Owners and Horse Farms
The death of a horse or pony is one of the most distressing events that an equine owner can experience, and in the immediate aftermath of a loss, understanding what must be done can feel overwhelming. Martland’s Fallen Stock provides a compassionate and professional animal by-product collection service for equine owners across the UK, handling […]
A Guide to Fallen Stock Record Keeping for UK Farmers
Record keeping is a legal requirement for all UK farmers who deal with fallen stock, and it is an area that is frequently highlighted during Animal and Plant Health Agency inspections as one where farming businesses fall short. In most cases, inadequate record keeping is not the result of deliberate non-compliance but rather a lack […]
Fallen Stock Collection for Sheep Farmers – Everything You Need to Know
Sheep farming is one of the most widespread agricultural activities in the United Kingdom, and it is also one of the sectors in which fallen stock events occur most frequently. The seasonal demands of the farming calendar – in particular the lambing season and the challenges of managing ewes through pregnancy – mean that sheep […]
Fallen Stock and the Law – What UK Farmers Must Know in 2026
Finding a dead animal on your land is an unfortunate but unavoidable part of life for most farmers in the United Kingdom. Whether you are managing a large mixed livestock operation or a smaller family holding, the death of an animal on your property creates both a practical challenge and a legal obligation that must […]