Agrilaboratory Association of Southern Africa
Welcome to AgriLASA
Agri-Laboratory Association of Southern Africa (AgriLASA) is a non-profit umbrella body, founded in 1993, and aims to provide a forum to promote analytical accuracy, encourage diversity, and provide networking opportunities between experts. Member laboratories share technical knowledge and experience, and address common challenges often encountered in agricultural laboratories.
The association strives to recommend and maintain standard methods of analysis within the disciplines, as well as for the certification of its member laboratories.
A comprehensive, inter-laboratory proficiency test scheme for all the disciplines is co-ordinated by the association. Round robins are regularly conducted to monitor the analytical performance of participating laboratories. The respective discipline committees monitor the efficacy of the scheme as a means to promote the reliability of analytical services offered.
Membership is open to any Southern African agricultural laboratory
AgriLASA At a Glance
AgriLASA unites laboratories, experts, and institutions dedicated to advancing agricultural science through reliable analysis, shared expertise, and industry collaboration.
60+
Member Laboratories
Trusted experts from across Southern Africa.
5
Technical Working Groups
Driving innovation in soil, water, plant, feed, and more.
5
Representing 5 Countries
Unifying agricultural labs from South Africa and beyond.
30
30+ Years of Excellence
Promoting analytical quality and collaboration since the early 1990s.
Why AgriLASA Matters
AgriLASA members play a vital role in maintaining the quality and safety of agricultural products across Southern Africa. Our members help farmers, agribusinesses, and government bodies make informed decisions that improve productivity, sustainability, and food security.
Become a member
AgriLASA welcomes membership from:
- Private and public laboratories
- Academic and research institutions
- Suppliers of laboratory equipment and reagents
- Consultants and professionals in the agri-testing industry
Being part of AgriLASA offers access to:
- Networking and collaboration opportunities
- Technical working groups and task teams
- Training events and the annual symposium
- Updates on new methods, regulations, and technologies
“Quality data grows quality agriculture.”
-AgriLASA
Analysis that we support
AgriLASA (Agri Laboratory Association of Southern Africa) is a professional network of laboratories and industry stakeholders dedicated to advancing analytical excellence in agriculture. We support laboratories involved in the analysis of:
- Soil
- Water
- Plant material
- Fertilizers
- Animal feed
