The document presents an overview of an analytical laboratory for soil and plant in Rwanda, led by Sirikare N. Sylvere. It discusses the existence of a single routine laboratory at the University of Rwanda, the use of a mobile laboratory, strengths in technician training, and the need for proficiency training and accreditation. Expectations from a meeting on harmonizing laboratory methods and accreditation are also highlighted.

1. Laboratory name: Analytical laboratory for Soil and Plant
Country: RWANDA
Name of the presenter: Sirikare N. Sylvere (PhD)

2. Soil analysis in your country
How many routine laboratories exist in your
country?
One from the department of soil at University
of Rwanda
Are they ‘mobile’ laboratories?
CARAVAN SOIL MOBILE LABORATORY
Are soil test kits commonly used?
Few : Soil pH, EC

3. Strength/weakness
What do you think your lab is strong at?
Well trained technicians
What do you think it could be improved?
The lab Need to participate in proficiency
training
The Lab is not accredited

4. CARAVAN MOBILE LAB

5. What are your expectations out of this meeting and
GLOSOLAN?
Expectation are very high
share experiences and challenges with other peers
The GLOSOLAN: Great Opportunity to harmonize soil
laboratory methods and procedures
Accreditation of our Analytical Program for Soil and
Plant

6. Weighing Room

7. Sample preparation

8. Atomic absorption

9. Plant portion

10. pH, Ec Room

11. Nitrogen Equipment

12. Water bath, Centrifuge, Fume Hood

13. Thanks for your
attention