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 [email protected]
Disease Gains Momentum
The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, is pleased to announce that intensified efforts by the Department of Agriculture to control and eradicate foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) are paying off.


Movement Control Protocol
The Department of Argiculture, Land Reform, & Rural Development has released updated Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) control measures for the KwaZulu-Natal disease management area (DMA).


Conference 2025
The 31st RMAA Conference & Congress will be hosted on the 11th to 13th June 2025 at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West. Registrations are now closed.


The latest newsletter has just been released. Click the link below to read the full newsletter.


We’re introducing a new 2.5 day course on animal welfare at the abattoir. It aims to promote knowledge on just and equitable standards of practice and legislation on animal welfare at abattoirs.


The RMAA, on behalf of the RMIS & DALRRD will host a workshop on the implementation of VPN 59, including its addendums for the export of red meat from abattoirs and feedlots.
Follow the links below to register for either the Gauteng or Western Cape workshops.

The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has released a foot and mouth disease update that concerns all Gauteng livestock auctioneers.
Click the link below to read the full notice on our website.


We’ve just released our November Newsletter. Visit the link below to read the full newsletter on our website.

Please be informed that, effective 1 November 2024, the levy on cattle, sheep, and goats slaughtered or exported live will increase.


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.
2025 RMAA
Conference
Our 31st Conference runs from 11 to 13 June. Registration for the Conference is now closed.
Associated
Members
We help abattoirs owners secure high standards in safety & quality to benefit industry & consumer.
Industry
News
Visit our News page & stay up-to-date on current events & the latest news in the red meat industry.
Training/
Courses
We provide training to individuals looking to pursue a career in the red meat industry.
Support
Services
We ensure abattoirs comply with Food Safety in terms of HACCP if required by your customers.
Careers at
the RMAA
Looking for a career in the red meat industry? See the full list of available careers at the RMAA.
News
Read the latest news and updates in Red Meat industry.
RMAA/AST Training
Red Meat Abattoir Association (RMAA) as Industry Representative provides training through Abattoir Skills Training, to abattoir staff and individuals who want to pursue a career in the red meat industry.


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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: [email protected]