
How human composting works in Mankato, MN
Mankato has always had a close relationship with the Minnesota River valley that surrounds it. Whether you've watched the falls and the restored bison herd at Minneopa State Park, biked the 39-mile Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail through lakes and hardwood forest toward Faribault, or followed the Minnesota River as it bends north toward the Twin Cities, there's a sense here that the natural world deserves care. Human composting reflects that same instinct.
Human composting is an environmentally-friendly alternative to cremation or traditional burial. Over a 30–45 day process, the body is gently transformed into nutrient-rich soil. It is sometimes referred to as soil transformation, body composting, natural organic reduction or terramation.
Mankato families can choose how much soil they'd like returned, to plant, spread, or share, and the remainder is donated to conservation projects for growing trees, restoring habitats, and nurturing native plants. The process returns the nutrients in our bodies to the natural world, and helps protect the planet for future generations. Whether you need our human composting services now, or you're planning for the future, Earth Funeral is here to help Mankato residents.




