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Welcome to the Microbasics SmartTube Blog where we provide content and insight on topics relating to Gastrointestinal Health and Wellness, the Immune System, Crop Science and Agricultural Environmental Sustainability!

by Mariah Gull

The True Definition of Stewardship – Interview with Suzanne – Reverence Farms

Raising dairy cows and calves on a small scale looks romantic from the outside, but behind every pretty pasture photo is a stack of hard...
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by Mariah Gull

Mycotoxins: The Unseen Adulterator

Mycotoxins are toxic compounds produced by molds that commonly grow on corn, small grains, cottonseed, byproducts and forages used in dairy rations. They are chemically...
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by Mariah Gull

A Lifetime in Livestock: Reflections on Feedlot Nutrition, Industry Change, and the Future of Beef Production from David Hutcheson, Ph D.

When you sit down with someone who has watched an industry evolve for more than six decades, you don’t just get answers—you get a window...
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by Mariah Gull

Mobility Matters: Managing Lameness for Health and Performance

Lameness in feedlot cattle is a significant health and economic concern, affecting not only animal welfare but also producer. The costs associated with lameness accumulate...
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by Mariah Gull

Recap of 2025 Dairy West Meeting: Dairy Promotion and Nutrition Programs

Last week I had the opportunity to attend the Dairy West meeting in Boise Idaho.  It was a great couple of days chatting with dairy...
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