RMAA Conference 2025
Our 31st Conference runs from 11 to 13 June. We look forward to seeing you at the event.
Registrations for the RMAA Conference 2025 are now closed. For more info, please contact us on (012) 349 1237 or info@rmaa.co.za
The Department of Agriculture (DOA) introduced a risk-based Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination rollout as of the 23rd February 2026, alongside significant amendments to disease control measures. These updates are designed to ease restrictions on farmers while maintaining strict disease management protocols.


Find the latest updates regarding the current Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) situation in South Africa.


Save the date for the RMAA Conference 2026. Registrations for both general attendance and for exhibitor attendance are now open. Follow the link below to reserve your spot.


We’ve just released our December 2025 newsletter, which, among other topics, provides feedback from RMIS on the current FMD situation.


The Red Meat Abattoir Association (RMAA) urges all abattoirs and stakeholders in the red meat value chain to remain vigilant and proactive in response to the continued threat of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in South Africa. The presence of this highly contagious viral disease poses serious risks to animal health, abattoir operations, and the national economy.


Newsletter
We’ve just released our September 2025 newsletter, which covers feedback from our Gauteng Workshop, as well as a new Gauteng FMD update.
To read the full newsletter, please follow the link below.


26 September 2025
The Gauteng Veterinary Services has released its latest FMD update. Follow the link below to read the full update.


Welcome to the Red Meat Abattoir Association
We are an independent membership-based organisation, which was established in February 1991 with its primary aim being training at all abattoirs in South Africa.
We serve abattoir owners by providing specialised training and technical support.
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Our 31st Conference runs from 11 to 13 June. Registration for the Conference is now closed.
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We are an independent membership-based organisation, which was established in February 1991 with its primary aim being training at all abattoirs in South Africa.
We serve abattoir owners by providing specialised training and technical support.
Our Head Office .
318 The Hillside Building,
Room 305,
3rd Floor,
The Hillside Street,
Lynnwood,
Pretoria,
0081
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Phone: (012) 349 1237
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E-mail: info@rmaa.co.za