Latvia has been a MIRRI-ERIC Member since 2022 and proudly hosts the MIRRI-Latvia Node, represented by the Microbial Strain Collection of Latvia (MSCL) and composed by Latvian State Forest Research Institute "Silava".

The majority of microbial strains preserved in MSCL have been isolated from samples collected in Latvia, ensuring a strong representation of local biodiversity. MSCL provides microbial samples for research and industry, accepts patent deposits as an International Depository Authority, and also accommodates safe deposits. The node supports the national and international scientific community by ensuring access to microbial collections and promoting innovation in bio-based industries. Key areas of focus include bioprospecting, bioremediation, and antimicrobial research.

"Silava"  is a regionally highly respected scientific institution holding long-term experience in forestry-related microbial resources, bringing an important added value to the consortium. The Institute preserves an extensive fungal collection of molecularly identified and characterised arboreal pathogens, endophytes, and saprotrophs, providing high-quality services and training in the diagnostics of arboreal pathogens, susceptibility testing, and evaluation of biocontrol product efficacy.