Sernick Information Day
Sernick, together with Bonsmara SA, invites producers to an informative industry session focused on Foot-and-Mouth Disease and the road ahead for the livestock sector.Entry is free, and producers of all breeds are welcome to attend.The event will feature expert speakers from the veterinary, agricultural, and industry sectors, followed by a panel discussion addressing the challenges and future of livestock health management in South Africa.
Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) Symposium 2026
FOOT-AND-MOUTH DISEASE (FMD) SYMPOSIUM Octavoscene (Pty) Ltd is proud to host a landmark symposium focused on the global and local landscape of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD). We are bringing the world’s leading FMD authorities to South Africa for a rare, one-day intensive session. This event is a must-attend for veterinary professionals, livestock industry stakeholders, and biosecurity researchers. Featuring Distinguished Guest Speakers: Dr. Donald King: Head of the FAO World Reference Laboratory for Foot-and-Mouth Disease. A global authority in FMD surveillance, diagnostics, and viral evolution. Dr. Jonathan Arzt: Lead Scientist for FMD research at the USDA Plum Island Animal Disease Center, specialising in foreign animal diseases and outbreak response. Detail Information Date 31 July 231026 City Pretoria, South Africa Venue Heartfelt Arena, 1000 Voortrekker Street Availability Limited Seating Available How to RSVP Due to the high-profile nature of our guest speakers and limited venue capacity, we encourage early registration. To secure your seat, please contact Jurené Botha: Email: orders@octavoscene.co.za
Octavoscene Proudly Sponsors Pierneef Primary School Golf Day at Pebble Rock – Come Rain or Shine!
At TMR 2025, Dr. Shaun Morris addressed over 300 delegates on South Africa’s response to foot-and-mouth disease, urging the industry to learn, adapt, and build stronger systems going forward.
Dr. Shaun Morris Unpacks Foot-and-Mouth Disease Lessons at TMR 2025
At TMR 2025, Dr. Shaun Morris addressed over 300 delegates on South Africa’s response to foot-and-mouth disease, urging the industry to learn, adapt, and build stronger systems going forward.






