Events & Industry Engagement
Octavoscene actively contributes to the livestock and agricultural industry through conferences, webinars, and educational sessions. Our CEO, Dr Shaun Morris, regularly participates as a guest speaker, sharing expertise on animal health, feedlot management, and biosecurity.
FMD Symposium, 31 July 2026 – SAVE THE DATE
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.Text content
