Code of Maine Rules
01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY
001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL
Chapter 211 - RULES FOR THE DISPOSAL OF ANIMAL CARCASSES
Section 001-211-12 - RENDERING OR PROCESSING PLANTS
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
1. Approved Rendering Facilities - Animal carcasses may be rendered at state or federally approved rendering plants. In addition to traditional rendering methods, this may include non-traditional rendering methods such as fluidized bed drying, flash dehydration and extrusion.
2. Secure Containers for Storage - Carcasses to be sent to a rendering or processing plant shall be kept in secure containers that will minimize access by insects, rodents and other animals and minimize the escape of odors and leachate.
3. Length of Storage Time - Carcasses shall not be stored at the farm or regulated facility for more than 72 hours before going to a rendering or processing plant when the ambient air temperature is above 40° F.
4. Biosecurity Precautions Required - Precautions must be taken to prevent the spread of disease from the rendering trucks, storage areas and/or personnel to healthy poultry and livestock.
