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 […]
Fallen Stock Collection for New and Tenant Farmers – Getting Started
Starting out in farming – whether as a new entrant to the industry or as a tenant farmer taking on a holding for the first time – involves navigating a complex landscape of regulations, responsibilities, and practical requirements. Among the regulatory obligations that apply from the very first day of managing livestock is the requirement […]
Seasonal Fallen Stock Planning – Preparing Your Farm for Winter Losses
Winter is the period in the farming calendar when fallen stock losses are typically at their highest. Cold weather, reduced forage quality, the physical demands of late pregnancy and lactation on breeding females, and the challenges of managing housed livestock all contribute to elevated mortality rates across cattle, sheep, and other livestock species during the […]
What Is Renderable Waste and How Is It Collected and Processed
The term renderable waste appears frequently in discussions of animal by-product management, but its meaning is not always well understood by farmers, food business operators, and others who generate animal by-products as part of their activities. Martland’s Fallen Stock collects renderable waste from farms and food businesses across the UK, ensuring that this material enters […]
Fallen Stock Collection and Subsidy Schemes – What Support Is Available to Farmers
For many farming businesses, particularly smaller holdings and those facing economic pressures, the cost of fallen stock collection can feel like a significant financial burden. Martland’s Fallen Stock is committed to providing a cost-effective, professional service that makes compliant fallen stock disposal accessible to farming businesses of all sizes. This article provides an overview of […]
The Environmental Impact of Improper Animal Carcass Disposal
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 […]