During the 195O's, local residents would use the "sand" in their gardens as a fertilizer supplement. It was also common knowledge that cattle would lick the ground where the deposit is located. In 1961, a company was formed (later to become Micro-Lite) to explore possible uses for the product. Tests were conducted to see whether the material could be used as; fertilizer, soil additive/conditioner, a source of mineral for animal feed, a pelleting aid for animal feed, a free flow/anti-caking agent, or in industrial applications. Research by several Universities and many major feed manufacturers determined the best market for the product was in animal feed production as a mineral supplement, pelleting aid/filler and free flow/anti-caking assistance.

     By 1981, Micro-Lite became and established supplier to the feed industry. In 1985, the product name was changed to "Magnesium-Mica" in order to more closely reflect the true nature of the product. Research is performed continually to seek new applications and new marketing areas.      Micro-Lite, LLC is committed to improving the business of its customers by providing a quality product that meets their needs at an affordable price.