A new laboratory in the village of Tsilkani in Georgia has been furnished with all the equipment needed to conduct seed quality control – thanks to an FAO project financed by Austria.

Operated by the Scientific Research Centre of Georgia’s Ministry of Agriculture with, the new lab is equipped with seed samplers, microscope, germination cabinet, safety cabinet and other tools for testing seeds to ensure they meet international standards.

An international consultant with FAO conducted training on the specialized equipment for lab employees. Twelve staff members received training in seed sampling, purity testing, evaluation of seedlings in accordance with international seed testing rules, and other skills.