Yes there is some reservation about a pile. More important than CWD theory is formation of aflatoxin when it is piled up. Im published in Journal of Wildlife Diseases...we found low amounts of aflatoxin was found in 7 out of 60 bags I purcased around the state. WIth a pile one good rain and some heat will cause aflatoxin to explode. Rick is using a feeder so no worries.