The ASTER project was at ECE2026! Among the highlights was this talk, part of the “Insects as Solutions: Biocontrol and Integrated Pest Management” session:
“Synergistic Effects of Companion Plants and Beneficial Soil Fungi on Functional Biodiversity, Pest Dynamics and Yield of Open-Field Tomatoes” 🎙️ Apostolos Kapranas 📅 Tuesday, 30 June — 11:30 📍 Room Francois 1er (L-1)
The talk explored how pairing companion plants with beneficial soil fungi can boost biodiversity, curb pest pressure, and improve tomato yields — a perfect match for ASTER’s mission of building pest control strategies from natural biological synergies
