The consortium brings together 12 partners from 7 European and Mediterranean countries, working together to:
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diversify crops and introduce species adapted to climate change,
use biofertilizers and beneficial microorganisms,
reduce pesticides and fertilizers through natural biocontrol practices,
valorize agricultural residues through innovative circular processes,
directly engage farming communities in the experimentation and dissemination of sustainable practices.
Partner 1: (Consortium Coordinator) UNIVERSITY OF BASILICATA
Partner 1: (Consortium Coordinator) UNIVERSITY OF BASILICATA
Institution: University of Basilicata, Dept. of Sciences (Italy).
Key Team: Prof. Michele Perniola (PROJECT COORDINATOR, Department of Agriculture, Forest, Food and Environmental Sciences, University of Basilicata). Prof. Patrizia Falabella (entomological biotechnology, coordinator, PhD program leader); Dr. Carmen Scieuzo (researcher, insect biotechnology).
Main Tasks:
WP0: Overall coordination of project.
WP1: Crop rotations design (incl. medicinal/industrial plants).
WP2: Use of microbial biostimulants, bioconversion with Hermetia illucens, precision farming, bio-insecticides (mint/rosemary extracts).
WP3: Eco-efficiency and life cycle analysis.
WP4: Dissemination and exploitation leader.
Role: Project coordinator, strong focus on entomological biotechnology and crop residue valorization.
Funding alignment: MASAF (Italy).
Partner 2: UNIVERSITY OF BARI ALDO MORO
Partner 2: UNIVERSITY OF BARI ALDO MORO
Institution: University of Bari Aldo Moro, Dept. of Soil, Plant and Food Sciences (Italy).
Key Team: Dr. Ilaria Marcotuli (plant genetics, cereals); Prof. Agata Gadaleta; Prof. Luigi Roselli (agricultural economics); Prof. Bernardo Corrado de Gennaro; Prof. Giuseppe Ferrara.
Main Tasks:
WP1: Wheat germplasm valorization under climate stress (screening, QTLs, field tests).
WP3: Socio-economic drivers of agroecology adoption (survey, choice experiment in Puglia).
Role: Links plant genetics (durum wheat) with socio-economic adoption of agroecology.
Funding alignment: MASAF (Italy).
Partner 3: UNIVERSITÀ DEL PIEMONTE ORIENTALE
Partner 3: UNIVERSITÀ DEL PIEMONTE ORIENTALE
Institution: University of Eastern Piedmont, Dept. of Sciences and Technological Innovation (Italy).
Key Team: Prof. Guido Lingua; Prof. Valeria Todeschini; Dr. Patrizia Cesaro; Dr. Nadia Massa.
Main Tasks:
WP2: Isolation and characterization of beneficial microorganisms (PGPB, AMF).
Development of biofertilizers and stress-tolerant strains.
Greenhouse and field trials.
Role: Expertise in plant-microbe interactions and biofertilizer innovation.
Funding alignment: MASAF (Italy).
Partner 4: UNIVERSITAT DE LEIDA
Partner 4: UNIVERSITAT DE LEIDA
Institution: Universitat de Lleida, Dept. of Forestry and Agricultural Science and Engineering (Spain).
Key Team: Dr. Jose Miguel Soriano; Prof. Carlos Cantero Martínez.
Main Tasks:
WP1: Identify genotypes and agronomic practices for yield stability.
WP1: Molecular characterization of resistance and stress tolerance genes.
WP1: Valorization of wheat germplasm for climate adaptation.
Role: Specialization in genomics and agronomic management practices.
Funding alignment: AEI (Spain).
Partner 5: UNIVERSITY OF LEÓN
Partner 5: UNIVERSITY OF LEÓN
Institution: University of León, Instituto de Investigación de la Viña y el Vino (Spain).
Key Team: Prof. Juan José Rubio Coque; Dr. Rebeca Cobos Román.
Main Tasks:
WP2: Development of NPK biofertilizers from rhizosphere microorganisms (hop).
Formulation and field testing of biofertilizers (phosphate solubilizers, nitrogen fixers, potassium mobilizers).
Role: Strong expertise in microbiology and biofertilizer development.
Funding alignment: AEI (Spain).
Partner 6: ARTECS Anadolu ARGE ve Teknoloji A.Ş.
Partner 6: ARTECS Anadolu ARGE ve Teknoloji A.Ş.
Institution: ARTECS Research, Ankara University Technopark (Türkiye).
Key Team: Dr. T. Yaşar Katırcıoğlu.
Main Tasks:
WP2: Development of bio-based inputs (biofertilizers, compost, biochar).
Pilot study on composting from crop waste.
Digital technologies for precision agroecology.
Role: Industrial partner, technology transfer in composting and digital farming.
Funding alignment: TÜBİTAK (Türkiye).
Partner 7: INRAE
Partner 7: INRAE
Institution: INRAE, Agroecology Division, Dijon (France).
Key Team: Dr. Romain Barnard.
Main Tasks:
WP1: Genotype identification and management practices.
WP1: Evaluation of ecosystem services of novel crop combinations.
Role: French national research center, expertise in agroecology and soil biodiversity.
Funding alignment: ANR (France).
Partner 8: SOIL, FERTILIZER AND WATER RESOURCES CENTRAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Partner 8: SOIL, FERTILIZER AND WATER RESOURCES CENTRAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Institution: Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources Central Research Institute (Türkiye).
Key Team: Dr. Zeynep Demir.
Main Tasks:
WP2: Contribution to biobased inputs, biofertilizers, and compost research.
Role: Governmental research institute on soil and water management.
Funding alignment: TÜBİTAK (Türkiye).
Partner 9: Lithuanian Research Center of Agriculture and Forestry (LAMMC)
Partner 9: Lithuanian Research Center of Agriculture and Forestry (LAMMC)
Institution: LAMMC, Institute of Agriculture (Lithuania).
Key Team: Dr. Monika Toleikiene.
Main Tasks:
WP1: Ecosystem services assessment of new crop combinations.
WP2: Beneficial microorganisms and pest control biomolecules.
Role: Baltic expertise in field trials and ecosystem evaluation.
Funding alignment: LMT (Lithuania).
Partner 10: Free University of Bozen-Bolzano
Partner 10: Free University of Bozen-Bolzano
Partner 11: Agri Obtentions
Partner 11: Agri Obtentions
Institution: Agri Obtentions, Guyancourt (France).
Key Team: Mr. Vincent Béguier.
Main Tasks:
WP1: Collaboration with INRAE on wheat germplasm molecular characterization.
Role: Seed company; ensures rapid transfer of innovation to farmers.
Funding alignment: ANR (France).
Partner 12: EV ILVO
Partner 12: EV ILVO
Institution: Eigen Vermogen van ILVO – Institute for Agricultural and Fisheries Research, Social Sciences Unit (Belgium).
Key Team: Ms. Hilde Wustenberghs.
Main Tasks:
WP3: Leader of “Drivers and benefits of agroecological transition”.
Focus on Living Labs, social issues, co-creation with farmers.
Role: Socio-economic and policy perspective; leader of WP3.
Funding alignment: FWO (Belgium).
Institution: Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences (Italy).
Key Team: Prof. Luigimaria Borruso, Prof.ssa Tanja Mimmo, Dr.ssa Maria Landolfi, Dr. Oussama Bouaicha, Dr. Raphael Tiziani.
Main Tasks:
WP1: Assess ecosystem services of crop diversification.
Role: Evaluation of ecological and environmental sustainability.
Funding alignment: Autonomous Province of Bolzano / Bozen. (Italy).
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