Stockpiled Manure (IMAGE) American Society of Agronomy Caption Stockpiled manure from cattle treated with antibiotics are pictured. The heat generated in the pile kills most bacteria in the interior of the manure pyramid, but may not reach the exterior of the pile. Credit Mr. Andrew Olsen at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Usage Restrictions Please use with story only. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.