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Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) Symposium 2026

February 26, 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 […]

Octavoscene Proudly Sponsors Pierneef Primary School Golf Day at Pebble Rock – Come Rain or Shine!

August 11, 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.

Dr. Shaun Morris Unpacks Foot-and-Mouth Disease Lessons at TMR 2025

June 18, 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.

May 7, 2020

Lewerslak | Beheer in Vleisbees Koei – Kalf Kuddes | ‘n Geïntegreerde Benadering

March 3, 2020

Water productivity in meat and milk production in the US from 1960 to 2016

Global demand for livestock products is rising, resulting in a growing demand for feed and potentially burdening fresh water resources to produce this feed.

February 18, 2020

Implementation of Livestock Rules

February 18, 2020

Veilings Heropen

February 13, 2020

Novel Coronavirus(2019-nCoV)

During previous outbreaks due to other coronavirus (Middle-East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), human-to-human transmission occurred through droplets, contact and fomites, suggesting that the transmission mode of the 2019-nCoV can be similar.