MicroBasics

05/29/2026

“The bacteria themselves aren’t the problem. It’s their endotoxins that become the problem,” Eckerle says" https://bit.ly/4uEPWyJ

Weaning creates major shifts in diet, intake and gut function, making rumen stability one of the most important parts of calf health management.

05/27/2026

A young calf's body is 80% water. They dehydrate very quickly compared to adult cattle (50% water).

At 70 degrees F. a 99-pound calf is going to need approximately 0.79 gallons more water to replace respiratory and sweat losses.

The kicker is that water doesn't always hydrate the cell. We can improve hydration during heat stress by providing electrolyte minerals to improve fluid balance.

Immu-Lyte Black Label is formulated specifically for hydration. (Not to be used as a scours therapy)

Immu-Lyte is black because it contains humic and fulvic acids, some of nature's most perfect and powerful polyelectrolytes.

We also utilize betaine as a powerful osmolyte to help cells retain water and maintain function during dehydration and osmotic stress.

Support immune performance and heat stress resilience by providing calves with 1-2 liters per day of Immu-Lyte Black Label.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

05/22/2026

Healthy poultry are the result of good management, proper nutrition, clean housing, and proactive disease prevention. Whether you are raising backyard chickens or managing a larger flock, understanding the basics of poultry health is key to protecting bird welfare, improving performance, and reducing losses. Click the link below to read more!

Healthy poultry are the result of good management, proper nutrition, clean housing, and proactive disease prevention. Whether you are raising backyard chickens or managing a larger flock, understanding the basics of poultry health is key to protecting bird welfare, improving performance, and reducin...

05/21/2026

We’re on the ground at the 2026 CCA Feeder Meeting! Proud to be part of the conversation and support an industry focused on better animal health. Stop by and say hello.

05/20/2026

Prevention starts with biosecurity. However, even with the best biosecurity plans, pathogens can still strike. Focusing on gut and immune health can help to keep poultry healthy and prevent contamination of food-borne illness.

Surveillance iL Poultry binds pathogens, facilitates gut integrity, and supports immune function. Comment "Pathogen" and we will send you more information on how Surveillance iL Poultry can help you reach your poultry health goals!

05/18/2026

BRD affects an estimated 18% of pre-weaned dairy heifers, 37% of post-weaned dairy heifers, and 21% of feedlot cattle.

While antibiotic therapies are an important part of fighting BRD, respiratory disease is not something that can fully be combated with a needle.

Disease control should begin with exceptional management and nutrition to minimize the stress on incoming calves.

TomaHawk iL Zn works naturally to enhance innate immunity, support a healthy gut, mitigate stress, and modulate inflammation. Allowing cattle to thrive in times of stress.

Comment "weaning" for more information!

05/15/2026

Proud to attend and sponsor 2026 CCA Feeder Meeting. Grateful for the opportunity to connect, learn, and support an industry that continues to move animal health forward.

05/14/2026

Farming is where our mission comes to life. It’s the connection between science and technology — where innovation meets hard work, and every small improvement makes a lasting difference. We honor the dedication of farmers and stand beside them with solutions built to protect the health of their animals and the legacy of their land. Learn more about who we are: https://bit.ly/4n548Ou

05/13/2026

MicroBasics is family built and built for families — the families who feed the world. We take pride in supporting generational farms and the people who work together each day to raise healthy animals. Our relationships go beyond business; they’re rooted in trust, shared values, and a common goal of leaving things better than we found them. Learn more about who we are: https://bit.ly/4n548Ou