Spring Health Check - Clostridial Diseases

In this episode of The Productive Producer Podcast, we sit down with Glen Innes District Veterinarian Dr Kate de Jong to unpack the big spring health risks facing livestock with a spotlight on clostridial diseases like pulpy kidney and tetanus.Spring is a high-risk period for sudden deaths, particularlyin fast-growing young stock grazing lush pasture. Kate explains what causes these "spring kills," why clostridial diseases are so deadly yet so preventable, and how producers can sharpen their vaccination strategies to stay ahead of the curve.Contacts:Max Newsome– for livestock advice– 0427 007 190Kate de Jong – 0484 603 514Local Land Services - 1300 795 299DisclaimerThe information contained in this publication is based onknowledge and understanding at the time of recording (August 2025) and may not be accurate, current, or complete. The State of New South Wales (includingLocal Land Services), the author, guests, and the publishertake no responsibility and will accept no liability, for theaccuracy, currency, reliability, or correctness of any information included in the podcasts (including material provided by third parties). Readers should make their own inquiries and rely on their own advice when making decisions related to the material contained in this publication.