Representatives of the State Laboratory of Agriculture won the grant competition
The Head of the Food Research Department of the LEPL State Laboratory of Agriculture, Marina Ghvinjilia, and the Chief Specialist of the same department, Eto Derevianchenko, won the state grant program “Support for Professional Development Abroad 2025–2026-II”, announced by the LEPL International Education Center.
Within the framework of the grant funding, the laboratory staff visited Stuttgart, Germany, where they attended the Chemical and Veterinary Investigation Office Stuttgart (Chemisches- und Veterinäruntersuchungsamt Stuttgart – CVUA Stuttgart).
As part of the visit, they successfully completed professional training in modern methods of pesticide residue analysis and quality control, in accordance with EU-AQC standards. The knowledge and practical experience gained will significantly strengthen the laboratory’s research capacities and its compliance with international standards.
This grant competition is important for professional development, the sharing of up-to-date knowledge, and the deepening of international cooperation, all of which contribute to strengthening the country’s food safety system.
It should also be noted that the State Laboratory of Agriculture actively cooperates with international organizations and research institutions.
