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Optiwean®

Natural calf gut health and immune support

An all-natural, highly concentrated calf health product that helps maintain gut health while supporting rumen and immune system development.

As the calf’s adaptive immune system develop Optiwean delivers algal beta glucan, a very effective immune modulator that can help improve antibody production. To access the Safety Data Sheet, click here.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving!

As we kick off the holiday season, we remember to be thankful for our fmailies, friends, suppliers, customers and this…
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Impacting the Future

Impacting the Future

“One decision can change your life” was the theme of Carl Jones’s presentation to University of Arkansas Poultry Science students at a…
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Ruminant Team at Dairy West

Ruminant Team at Dairy West

The Natural Biologics ruminant team is connecting with Western dairy producers at the Dairy West event this week. Be sure to stop…
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Aleris and Natural Biologics host Brazilian Group

Aleris and Natural Biologics host Brazilian Group

Spending time with our friends at Aleris Nutrition helping host their Milk Route tour through Wisconsin. We heard from professors Randy Shaver and Luiz Ferraretto from…
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Did you miss Dr. Lavergne's Webinar?

Did you miss Dr. Lavergne's Webinar?

If you didn’t get a chance to to hear Dr. Theresia Lavergne during her recent Poultry Science Association webinar, just…
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New GML Research with Wild-Type African Swine Fever Virus Published

New GML Research with Wild-Type African Swine Fever Virus Published

New research published in the journal Pathogens: Glycerol Monolaurate Inhibits Wild-Type African Swine Fever Virus Infection in Porcine Macrophages. This…
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Spotted at the Wisconsin State Fair!

Spotted at the Wisconsin State Fair!

Natural Biologics merch was spotted at the dairy show from the Wisconsin State Fair! A set of chairs and custom…
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Happy Independence Day!

Happy Independence Day!

Happy Fourth of July to all! Today we are thankful to live in a country full of freedom due to…
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Welcome Christopher Hansen!

Welcome Christopher Hansen!

We are so excited to expand the ruminant team in the newly created role of Northwest Business Development Manager. Chris…
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Pork Expo Giveaway

Pork Expo Giveaway

World Pork Expo 2023 has begun! Stop by booth V335 to hear the latest research around PRRS, PED and even…
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World Pork Expo Booth

World Pork Expo Booth

World Pork Expo 2023 is almost here! Stop by and see us at booth 335 in the Varied Industries Building…
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Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Summer is a time to celebrate! Beef Month has come to a close and June Dairy Month is kicking off.…
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Natural Products from Natural Biologics

Natural Products from Natural Biologics

Improve digestive efficiency, support immune function, and increase overall productivity with a full line of natural products from Natural Biologics.…
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World Pork Expo

World Pork Expo

World Pork Expo is just one week away! Natural Biologics is thrilled to be back and sharing new ways to…
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Remember and Honor the Fallen

Remember and Honor the Fallen

Today as we relax and welcome summer, we remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Have a…
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18 Elrod Family Scholarships Given

18 Elrod Family Scholarships Given

Congratulations to the 18 recipients of the Elrod family scholarships, who were honored recently at Berry College. Dr. Charlie Elrod…
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Four Big Anniversaries!

Four Big Anniversaries!

Natural Biologics is turning 8 and Le Luchterhand is celebrating 4 years with us! Le has been an vital part…
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Happy Anniversary!

Happy Anniversary!

Congratulations to Dr. Theresia Lavergne. She has been such an instrumental part of our monogastric team and helped develop the…
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See Us At PDPW

See Us At PDPW

Be sure to stop by and visit us at booth 208 tomorrow and Thursday at the Professional Dairy Producer’s of…
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Natural Biologics Around The World

Natural Biologics Around The World

The Natural Biologics team is spreading the word about natural solutions to producers and nutritionists around the world.  Dr. Theresia…
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Provillus Reveal Party Success!

Provillus Reveal Party Success!

We had so much fun at last night’s reveal party to launch Provillus for the poultry and swine markets. In…
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It's National Milk Day!

It's National Milk Day!

Let’s celebrate the most wholesome, natural beverage available! Everyone join us in a Milk Toast to all the dairy farmers…
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Cheers to 2023!

Cheers to 2023!

2023 is going to be an exciting year! New research is already rolling in, new products are almost ready to…
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Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays!

From our families to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a successful and prosperous 2023! We can’t…
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MILK Business Conference

MILK Business Conference

Le Luchterhand, Natural Biologics’ Global Business Development Manager, is out in Las Vegas this week interacting with top dairy producers…
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Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving!

To our friends near and far, as we begin the holiday season, we are thankful for all of you! Have…
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Turkey Research Underway!

Turkey Research Underway!

When doing poultry research, we don’t want to miss turkeys. Our next research study started this week. Watch for more…
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New Research Published

New Research Published

Congratulations to our research team; Dr. Joshua Jackman, Dr. Theresia Lavergne and Dr. Charlie Elrod. Their newest research paper, Antimicrobial…
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Research is the Foundation

Research is the Foundation

Research is at the heart of everything we do at Natural Biologics. We recently began another poultry research study. Check…
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Happy National Farmer's Day!

Happy National Farmer's Day!

Today and everyday we salute all that work hard to feed the world and those that support them! Thank you…
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Natural Biologics Cooler Winner

Natural Biologics Cooler Winner

Erik Schmidt and his son Conor tested the Natural Biologics cooler on a recent summer outing. Erik, sales manager at…
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Taking the Poultry Industry By Storm

Taking the Poultry Industry By Storm

Natural Biologics is bringing new options and opportunities to the poultry industry! Today we celebrate the first of many deliveries…
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It's Cow Appreciation Day!

It's Cow Appreciation Day!

We’re celebrating by sharing our favorite cow photo.
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Happy 4th of July!

Happy 4th of July!

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Custom Cornhole Board

Custom Cornhole Board

Natural Biologics was proud to be a part of the PDPW Auction, raising nearly $22,000 for the Producers Foundation. Le…
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Congratulations Dr. Boyd!

Congratulations Dr. Boyd!

Natural Biologics’ great friend, colleague and collaborator, Dr. R. Dean Boyd, was recently honored by the American Society of Animal…
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See You At World Pork Expo!

See You At World Pork Expo!

Headed to Des Moines June 8-10 for World Pork Expo? Look for the Swine Feeling Fine booth from Natural Biologics…
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Happy June Dairy Month!

Happy June Dairy Month!

Celebrating the start of June Dairy Month at the Four-State Dairy Nutrition & Management Conference in Dubuque, Iowa. Stop by…
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Memorial Day Remembrance

Memorial Day Remembrance

Today we remember and honor the sacrifice of the men and women who died during their service to the United…
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We're Celebrating!

We're Celebrating!

Beef Month is coming to a close with big Memorial Day cookouts and June Dairy Month is kicking off. We’re…
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Congratulations, Le!

Congratulations, Le!

Today we recognize Le Luchterhand for three years of helping fulfill Natural Biologics’ customer promise. He continues to deliver high-quality…
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Welcome Dr. Theresia Lavergne!

Welcome Dr. Theresia Lavergne!

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Theresia Lavergne as the Senior Technical Service Manager. Her extensive experience will be a…
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Ruminant Team in Brazil

Ruminant Team in Brazil

The Natural Biologics ruminant team has spent the week, including #EarthDay, in Brazil, meeting with our partners from #AlerisNutrition to…
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See Us At These Events

See Us At These Events

The next few weeks will be very busy so be sure to look for the Natural Biologics team at these…
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Welcome Carl Jones - Poultry Business Development Manager

Welcome Carl Jones - Poultry Business Development Manager

The Natural Biologics team is expanding again! Welcome Carl Jones as the new poultry business development manager. Carl joins us…
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Stop by and see us at PDPW Business Conference

Stop by and see us at PDPW Business Conference

Be sure to stop at booth 215 during the PDPW Business Conference in Wisconsin Dells, March 16 & 17. The…
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Luchterhand Joins Natural Biologics Ownership Team

Luchterhand Joins Natural Biologics Ownership Team

We are excited to announce that Le Luchterhand, Global Business Development Manager, now has an ownership stake in the business.…
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John Mitchell becomes Executive Director of NEAFA

John Mitchell becomes Executive Director of NEAFA

Natural Biologics’ board member John Mitchell takes on role of executive director at NEAFA Starting with the new year, John…
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Happy National Milk Day!

Happy National Milk Day!

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Dr. Elrod Presents GML Research at January 18 Webinar

Dr. Elrod Presents GML Research at January 18 Webinar

We are very excited to be a part of the Real Science Lecture series. Join Dr. Charlie Elrod, president of…
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Stop and See Us At These Upcoming Events

Stop and See Us At These Upcoming Events

In 2022, the Natural Biologics team is back out and ready to meet with you at these face-to-face events. January…
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Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

We are excited to begin 2022 with a refined vision of where we’re going and the best way for us…
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Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays!

The Natural Biologics team wishes you a very Merry Christmas!
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New Research Shows Active Ingredient in Swine Products Could Help Identify Covid Infections

New Research Shows Active Ingredient in Swine Products Could Help Identify Covid Infections

Research published last week in the journal Metabolites, found that glycerol monolaurate (GML), the primary active ingredient in ProlaeisTM and…
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From Our Families To Yours

From Our Families To Yours

Today, as we gather together with our families, we give thanks for the many friends who have worked with us…
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Penn State Dairy Nutrition Conference, Oct 27-28

Penn State Dairy Nutrition Conference, Oct 27-28

If you’re in Hershey, PA this week be sure to stop by the Natural Biologics booth to see us.  Dr.…
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Elrod Teaching Lab Part of New Berry College Animal Science Building

Elrod Teaching Lab Part of New Berry College Animal Science Building

President and company founder, Dr. Charlie Elrod shares his special connection with Berry College. “Today, I was honored to be…
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Happy National Farmers Day!

Happy National Farmers Day!

Farming is in our blood and part of our every day at Natural Biologics. Join us in sharing our gratitude…
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Refining Our Vision

Refining Our Vision

The Natural Biologics team spent a few days refining our mission and vision to better serve our customers. We also…
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New Research Presented at Leman Swine Conference

New Research Presented at Leman Swine Conference

Dr. Charlie Elrod presented the newest research to identify compounds that combat African Swine Fever virus. See the complete poster…
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Denny Sells Joins as Regional Sales Manager

Denny Sells Joins as Regional Sales Manager

We are very pleased to welcome Denny Sells as the new Mid-Atlantic Regional Sales Manager serving ruminant and monogastric customers…
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World Pork Expo Time Is Here!

World Pork Expo Time Is Here!

Natural Biologics is at World Pork Expo and we’re all ready to welcome you. When you enter the grounds to…
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See Us At World Pork Expo

See Us At World Pork Expo

Headed to Des Moines for World Pork Expo? Look for the “Swine Feeling Fine” booth, V244 in the Varied Industries…
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It's Our Anniversary!

It's Our Anniversary!

Thank you to our customers, collaborators and friends that helped make this possible. We are so grateful to you all…
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Congratulations Le!

Congratulations Le!

Today we celebrate Le’s two-year anniversary. Congratulations and thank you for all you do for your customers and all of…
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Win a Bierman Bacon Prize Pack!

Win a Bierman Bacon Prize Pack!

What could be better than winning? Winning Bacon! Natural Biologics is teaming up with BiermanBacon to give away prize packs…
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Dr. Elrod Named to NEAFA Board

Dr. Elrod Named to NEAFA Board

Congratulations to our founder and CEO, Dr. Charlie Elrod, for his appointment to the Northeast Agribusiness & Feed Alliance Board…
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New Position Available; Northeast Ruminant Sales Manager

New Position Available; Northeast Ruminant Sales Manager

Natural Biologics is expanding and looking for an experienced animal nutrition sales professional to cover the Northeastern U.S. Want to…
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Nor-Feed and Natural Biologics build a logistic partnership

Nor-Feed and Natural Biologics build a logistic partnership

Natural Biologics and Nor-Feed announced today a new business agreement which aims to allow the warehousing, logistics and delivery of…
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Natural Biologics Expands Executive Team

Natural Biologics Expands Executive Team

Edmond Guidault joins the Natural Biologics executive team as the Operations Manager & Comptroller. He had previously served as a…
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Two Added to Board of Directors

Two Added to Board of Directors

Natural Biologics welcomes Dr. Dana Putnam and Dr. Joshua Jackman to the Board of Directors. Dr. Jackman is an Assistant…
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New Research Shows Glycerol Monolaurate Effective Antiviral Feed Mitigant

New Research Shows Glycerol Monolaurate Effective Antiviral Feed Mitigant

New research published in the Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology provides exciting insight into the fight against African Swine…
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NEAFA Member Highlight Features Natural Biologics

NEAFA Member Highlight Features Natural Biologics

The Northeast Agribusiness and Feed Alliance featured Dr. Charlie Elrod and the Natural Biologics team in this month’s e-newsletter. Read…
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Natural Biologics Launches Optishield<sup>TM</sup>

Natural Biologics Launches OptishieldTM

NEWFIELD, New York. Oct. 26, 2020. Natural Biologics continues its commitment to solving animal health challenges with its recent introduction of…
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Natural Biologics Adds Global Business Development Manager Position

Natural Biologics Adds Global Business Development Manager Position

Newfield, New York. May 20, 2019.  As a result of continued growth and expanding international opportunities, Natural Biologics has added…
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New Research Presented At Leman Conference

New Research Presented At Leman Conference

Dr. Charlie Elrod will present ground-breaking research at the 2020 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference on September 20th! Featured during…
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Natural Biologics Pursues ASFv Solutions with International Collaboration

Natural Biologics Pursues ASFv Solutions with International Collaboration

Natural Biologics, Inc., an animal health innovation company, has announced a new collaboration with the Antiviral Research Group at the…
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Dr. Elrod Presents New Research at Cornell Nutrition Conference

Dr. Elrod Presents New Research at Cornell Nutrition Conference

Don’t miss Dr. Charlie Elrod’s presentation “From Membrane Biophysics to the Farm: Applications of Fatty Acid and Monoglyceride Chemistry to…
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A Tribute To Richard Ware

A Tribute To Richard Ware

Dr. Richard Austin Ware was a founding partner of Natural Biologics and was the real impetus that got us started. …
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Nutrition 2.0 | Thinking Beyond the Classic Nutrients

Nutrition 2.0 | Thinking Beyond the Classic Nutrients

Dr. Barry Bradford, Professor, Kansas State University
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Antiviral and Antimicrobial Review Published

Antiviral and Antimicrobial Review Published

Little did we know, when we started writing this review on fatty acids and monoglycerides as antimicrobials and antivirals, that…
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