Application of you only look once algorithms to crop production management using unmanned aerial vehicles and computer vision systems Amjed R. Al-Abbas, Łukasz A. Gierz, Bashar S. Falih, Mustafa A. J. Al-Sammarraie Advances in Science and Technology Research Journal, 2026 Global date palm production is steadily increasing and adopting technologies such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and deep learning can reduce costs, save time, and improve productivity.To address this issue, the authors have proposed an innovative approach that uses UAVs for high-resolution aerial imaging.These images, collected by the Department of Computer Engineering at Al-Salam University in Baghdad and the Institute of Machine Design, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Poznan University of Technology, support improved orchard management, palm counting, and yield estimation. Precise spraying and pollination are also facilitated and accelerated, reducing overall cultivation costs.The proposed methodology involves processing captured images and applying three versions of the you only look once (YOLO) object detection algorithm, v11, v12, and YOLO-NAS -to determine the most effective model.The YOLOv12 model achieved the highest mAP@50 at 99.12%, which validates its superior performance in this application.The main innovation is the integration of deep learning-based palm crown detection with UAV imagery, enabling automated and scalable monitoring of palm plantations.The proposed methodology enables rapid, cost-effective, and scalable palm tree enumeration and management.A mobile application based on the trained model is planned to support real-time palm detection, yield estimation, and resource optimisation for farmers and stakeholders.
Analysis of the effectiveness of natural treatments for preserving apricots and the YOLOv7 application for early damage detection Mustafa A. J. Al-Sammarraie, Zeki Gokalp, Samsuzana Abd Aziz Discover Food, 2025 Maintaining the quality of apricot fruits during storage is not an easy task due to the changes in their physical and chemical properties, so it is necessary to use less expensive, easy to apply, environmentally friendly, and safer preservatives to maintain the nutritional value of apricot. The damage to some fruits during storage can be a source of infection, which leads to the damage of healthy fruits more quickly, which requires building an intelligent model to detect damaged fruits. The aim of the research is to study the effect of immersing apricots in lemon juice once and sugar-water solution again on the quality properties of apricots, including sweetness, color, hardness, and water content. On the other hand, the YOLOv7 algorithm was used to detect healthy fruits and damaged areas using a camera. The results showed that sweetness increased with increasing immersion time in sugar-water solution to reach 22.1 Brix, while it decreased with increasing immersion time in lemon juice to 19.12 Brix. Also, hardness increased with increasing immersion time in sugar-water solution to reach 3.7 kg/cm 2 . The water content of apricots decreased with increasing immersion time in different immersion media from 77.14 g to 73.93 g. In addition, CIE-L*a*b levels increased with increasing immersion time in different immersion media. For the performance indicators of the YOLOv7 algorithm, precision of 84.5%, recall of 87%, F1 of 0.77, and mAP@0.5 of 77.2 were obtained, respectively. Therefore, this study is expected to reduce the workload in post-harvest fruit processing and help in the rapid identification and detection of damaged fruits based on smart detection algorithms, thus improving sorting efficiency and reducing both waste and economic losses, which enhances smart agriculture technologies.
Classification of Apple Slices Treated by Atmospheric Plasma Jet for Post-harvest Processes Using Image Processing and Convolutional Neural Networks Mustafa A. J. Al-Sammarraie, Łukasz Gierz, Ghaith H. Jihad, Zeki Gokalp, Osman Özbek, Piotr Markowski Food and Bioprocess Technology, 2025 Apple slice grading is useful in post-harvest operations for sorting, grading, packaging, labeling, processing, storage, transportation, and meeting market demand and consumer preferences. Proper grading of apple slices can help ensure the quality, safety, and marketability of the final products, contributing to the post-harvest operations of the overall success of the apple industry. The article aims to create a convolutional neural network (CNN) model to classify images of apple slices after immersing them in atmospheric plasma at two different pressures (1 and 5 atm) and two different immersion times (3 and again 6 min) once and in filtered water based on the hardness of the slices using the k-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), Tree, Support Vector Machine (SVM), and Artificial Neural Network (ANN) algorithms. The results showed an inverse relationship between the storage period and the hardness of the apple slices, with the average hardness values gradually decreasing from 4.33 (day 1) to 3.37 (day 5). Treatment with atmospheric plasma at a pressure of 5 atm and an immersion time of 3 min gave the best results for maintaining the hardness of the slices during the storage period, recording values of 4.85 (first day) and 3.68 (fifth day), outperforming other treatments. The average improvement rate was 23.09% over five consecutive days. Regarding the CNN algorithms, the ANN algorithm achieved the highest classification accuracy of 97%, while the Tree algorithm achieved the lowest accuracy of 88.7%. The KNN and SVM algorithms achieved classification accuracies of 94.7% and 95.1%, respectively. The study demonstrated the possibility of using a CNN to classify apple slices based on the degree of hardness. Furthermore, the application of atmospheric plasma at 5 atmospheres with a 3-min immersion improves the firmness of the apple slices by inhibiting degradative enzymes while preserving the cellular structure and tissue quality.
Power requirements for corn silage harvesters and application of precision agricultural techniques: a review Mustafa AL-SAMMARRAIE, Osman ÖZBEK, Hasan KIRILMAZ Journal of Central European Agriculture, 2025 The energy requirements of corn silage harvesters and the application of precision agricultural techniques are essential for efficient and productive agricultural practices. The article aims to review previous studies on the energy requirements needed for different corn silage harvesting machines, and on the other hand, to present methods for measuring corn silage productivity directly in the field and monitoring it based on microcontrollers and artificial intelligence techniques. The process of making corn silage is done by cutting green fodder plants into small pieces, so special harvesters are used for this, called corn silage harvesters. The purpose of harvesting corn silage is to efficiently collect and store as many digestible nutrients as possible per unit of land area. The energy required to harvest corn silage is affected by many factors, including crop moisture, cutting lengths, particle size distribution, etc. This requires understanding the energy requirements of the harvesters used in the process. Using micro-sensors, the feed rate into corn silage harvesters is measured based on load cell data. This method helps in understanding the energy consumption and efficiency of the harvester during the feeding process, leading to more efficient and productive operations. On the other hand, artificial intelligence techniques are used to measure core size and cutting length to control machining parameters. We conclude from this review that precision agriculture techniques help farmers understand the efficiency of corn silage harvesters and know silage yield and quality, which helps them make informed decisions regarding energy use and thus obtain high productivity.
Precision agriculture strategies to reduce the impacts of soil degradation: A comprehensive review Mustafa A.J. Al-Sammarraie, Sema Kaplan Cab Reviews Perspectives in Agriculture Veterinary Science Nutrition and Natural Resources, 2025 This review discusses precision agriculture techniques that help reduce the effects of soil degradation and improve soil health, based on an analysis of studies published in scientific databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, IEEE Xplore, Google Scholar, and ScienceDirect, with an emphasis on recent field research. The methodology included a qualitative analysis of case studies and application experiments in different areas to evaluate the impact of technologies such as controlled traffic farming (CTF), mechanized guidance (MG), precision fertilization (PF), precision irrigation (PI), conservation tillage (CT), and precision tillage (PT). Research results showed, CT to maintain soil structure and reduce organic matter loss increases soil fertility in the long run. MG systems increase the efficiency of agricultural resource use and reduce field congestion, which improves soil health. However, by reducing unnecessary movement of agricultural equipment, CTF reduces soil degradation. In addition, PI and PF provide nutrients and water to plants in a balanced manner, which improves plant health and reduces environmental pollution; this, in turn, reduces soil degradation.
The role of modern agricultural practices in enhancing soil erosion resistance Mustafa A.J. Al-Sammarraie, Sema Kaplan Cab Reviews Perspectives in Agriculture Veterinary Science Nutrition and Natural Resources, 2025 This review focuses on conservation agriculture (CA) and its effects on increasing the soil’s resistance to erosion. CA involves minimum soil disturbance (minimum tillage/ no-till), diversified crop rotation, and maintenance of the soil cover to increase soil fertility and reduce erosion. CA reduces soil loss by up to 90% and water erosion by approximately 50 to 70% from runoff as it increases the health of the soil, yield of crops, and water-retention capacity of the soil by incorporating soil organic matter and promoting biodiversity. Crop rotation prevents the replenishment and depletion of soil nutrients by atmospheric fixation of nitrogen/biological nitrogen fixation. Controlled traffic farming (CTF) is a new strategy in which traveling by agricultural equipment is minimized to preserve the integrity of the land and soil, and compaction is reduced. It has advanced tools such as remote sensing (RS) to assess the erosion of soil and to evaluate the effectiveness of such practices in place. They enhance farmers’ capacity for better management of the resources and access to accurate information about the soil. Even though the previously discussed practices have numerous benefits, there are shortcomings and limitations to implementing CA practices for enhanced resistance of the soil to erosion. CA entails a special tool, the affordability of which may not be accessible to small-scale farmers or farmers in developing countries. In addition, the deployment of advanced methods such as RS requires investment in technology and infrastructure. Environmental issues of more weeds and pests where the appropriate pesticides are not used, also face CA, and the technological issue of implementing advanced methods in certain regions. Finally, the practice of CA entails providing training and education to the farmers on the correct use of new technologies and new approaches, which can be difficult in some regions with limited training materials. Finally, the review highlights the importance of implementing these practices to ensure agricultural and environmental sustainability because CA is an essential means of ensuring sustainable farm productivity and improvement in soil erosion resistance.
Challenges and innovations in potato harvester design: the role of artificial intelligence in improving crop sorting Mustafa A. J. Al-Sammarraie, Zeki Gokalp, Ali Irfan Ilbas Technology in Agronomy, 2025 As population growth increases the demand for crops increases and their quality improves, and it becomes necessary to find innovative and modern solutions to enhance production. In this context, artificial intelligence plays a pivotal role in developing new technologies to improve crop sorting and increase agricultural yields. The present review discusses the main differences between manual and mechanical potato harvesting, explaining the advantages and disadvantages of each method. Manual harvesting is highlighted as a traditional method that allows for greater precision in handling the crop, but it requires more time and effort. In contrast, mechanical harvesting provides greater efficiency and speed in the process, but it may damage some tubers due to the design of the machines. The present study also reviews the challenges facing the design of potato harvesting machines, such as the characteristics of potatoes and soil, as these factors play a major role in the performance of the machines. The modern performance of harvesting machines shows significant progress in efficiency, which contributes to improving agricultural operations and reducing waste. The present review also discusses innovations in the field of potato harvesting, such as the use of advanced designs to increase productivity. Finally, it highlights the role of artificial intelligence in improving post-harvest potato sorting operations, which enhances the quality of the final product and reduces waste, making it an essential element in enhancing the agricultural supply chain.
From data to decision: How wearable plant sensors help improving proactive irrigation strategies and water use efficiency Mustafa A.J. Al-Sammarraie, Ali Irfan Ilbas, Zeki Gokalp Cab Reviews Perspectives in Agriculture Veterinary Science Nutrition and Natural Resources, 2025 Wearable sensors are a revolutionary tool in agriculture because they collect accurate data on plant environmental conditions that affect plant growth in real-time. Moreover, this technology is crucial in increasing agricultural sustainability and productivity by improving irrigation strategies and water resource management. This review examines the role of wearable sensors in measuring plant water content, leaf and air humidity, stem flow, plant and air temperature, light, and soil moisture sensors. Wearable sensors are designed to monitor various plant physiological parameters in real-time. These data, obtained through wearable sensors, provide information on plant water use and physiology, making our agricultural choices more informed and accurate. Internet of Things (IoT) technologies can improve irrigation strategies and reduce water consumption by analyzing data from wearable sensors and adapting it to automate the irrigation system. The review also highlights the importance of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to predict plant water needs accurately. This review concludes that wearable sensors provide accurate and real-time data on the stress state of plants and their surroundings, improving water management efficiency and agricultural production sustainability. These IOT and AI-enabled technologies are a crucial milestone toward smart and sustainable agriculture, which shows the importance of innovation in responding to enhanced climate threats.
Advanced Machine Learning Models for Banana Sweetness Classification Mustafa A. J. Al-Sammarraie, Bashar S. Falih, Noor A. Jasim, Huda N. Al-Ani, Łukasz Gierz Journal of Physics Conference Series, 2025 It takes a lot of time to classify the banana slices by sweetness level using traditional methods. By assessing the quality of fruits more focus is placed on its sweetness as well as the color since they affect the taste. The reason for sorting banana slices by their sweetness is to estimate the ripeness of bananas using the sweetness and color values of the slices. This classifying system assists in establishing the degree of ripeness of bananas needed for processing and consumption. The purpose of this article is to compare the efficiency of the SVM-linear, SVM-polynomial, and LDA classification of the sweetness of banana slices by their LRV level. The result of the experiment showed that the highest accuracy of 96.66% was achieved by the SVM-polynomial algorithm, while the lowest 86.66% by LDA algorithm. The SVM-linear also has an accuracy of 90%. The study showed how machine learning algorithms can be used to classify banana slices according to their sweetness.
Comparison of the Effect Using Color Sensor and Pixy2 Camera on the Classification of Pepper Crop Journal of Mechanical Engineering Research and Developments, 2021
Predicting Bitter Orange ( Citrus aurantium L.) Maturity by Machine Learning Based on Picking Force in Smart Picker MAJ Al-Sammarraie, O Özbek, Z Gokalp, Ł Gierz Applied Fruit Science 68 (3), 135 , 2026 2026
Application of you only look once algorithms to crop production management using unmanned aerial vehicles and computer vision systems AR Al-Abbas, ŁA Gierz, BS Falih, MAJ Al-Sammarraie Advances in Science and Technology. Research Journal 20 (1), 1-13 , 2026 2026
From data to decision: How wearable plant sensors help improving proactive irrigation strategies and water use efficiency MAJ Al-Sammarraie, AI Ilbas, Z Gokalp CABI Reviews 20 (1), 0084 , 2025 2025
Advanced Machine Learning Models for Banana Sweetness Classification MAJ Al-Sammarraie, BS Falih, NA Jasim, HN Al-Ani, Ł Gierz Journal of Physics: Conference Series 3153 (1), 012025 , 2025 2025
The role of modern agricultural practices in enhancing soil erosion resistance MAJ Al-Sammarraie, S Kaplan CABI Reviews 20 (1), 0064 , 2025 2025
Classification of Apple Slices Treated by Atmospheric Plasma Jet for Post-harvest Processes Using Image Processing and Convolutional Neural Networks MAJ Al-Sammarraie, Ł Gierz, GH Jihad, Z Gokalp, O Özbek, P Markowski Food and Bioprocess Technology 18 (10), 8453-8467 , 2025 2025 Citations: 2
APPLICATIONS OF AI BOTS IN SUPPORTING AND PUBLISHING AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH: A CASE STUDY OF CHATGPT AND DEEPSEEK MAJ Al-Sammarraiea, AI Ilbasb Tropical Agroecosystems 6 (2), 39-47 , 2025 2025
Precision agriculture strategies to reduce the impacts of soil degradation: A comprehensive review MAJ Al-Sammarraie, S Kaplan CABI Reviews 20 (1), 0037 , 2025 2025 Citations: 3
Evaluating Tillage Quality under Varying Speed and Depth Using YOLOv7-Based Image Analysis MAJ Al-Sammarraie, SA Al-Mashhadany, HA Hasan, Ł Gierz, ... Nongye Jixie Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society of Agricultural … , 2025 2025
Analysis of the effectiveness of natural treatments for preserving apricots and the YOLOv7 application for early damage detection MAJ Al-Sammarraie, Z Gokalp, SA Aziz Discover Food 5 (1), 139 , 2025 2025 Citations: 2
Power requirements for corn silage harvesters and application of precision agricultural techniques: a review M AL-SAMMARRAIE, O ÖZBEK, H KIRILMAZ Journal of Central European Agriculture 26 (2), 394-404 , 2025 2025
Challenges and innovations in potato harvester design: the role of artificial intelligence in improving crop sorting MAJ Al-Sammarraie, Z Gokalp, AI Ilbas Technology in Agronomy 5 (1) , 2025 2025 Citations: 3
Harnessing automation techniques for supporting sustainability in agriculture MAJ Al-sammarraie, AI Ilbas Technology in Agronomy, 1-8 , 2024 2024 Citations: 7
Using Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict the Sweetness of Bananas at Different Drying Times. SA Al-Mashhadany, HA Hasan, MAJ Al-Sammarraie Journal of Ecological Engineering 25 (6) , 2024 2024 Citations: 13
The use of image analysis to study the effect of moisture content on the physical properties of grains Ł Gierz, MAJ Al-Sammarraie, O Özbek, P Markowski Scientific reports 14 (1), 11673 , 2024 2024 Citations: 16
Utilization Opportunities of Agricultural Biomass in Iraq B Demirel, MAJ Al-sammarraie, GAK Gürdil, M Dağtekin Erciyes Tarım ve Hayvan Bilimleri Dergisi 8 (1), 108-113 , 2024 2024 Citations: 1
Fruit classification by assessing slice hardness based on RGB imaging. Case study: Apple slices BS Falih, Ł Gierz, MAJ Al-Sammarraie Journal of Applied Mathematics and Computational Mechanics 23 (3) , 2024 2024 Citations: 5
Power Predicting for Power Take-Off Shaft of a Disc Maize Silage Harvester Using Machine Learning MAJ Al-Sammarraie, Ł Gierz, O Özbek, H Kırılmaz Advances in Science and Technology. Research Journal 18 (5) , 2024 2024 Citations: 8
Effect of cold plasma technique on the quality of stored fruits-A case study on apples1 GH Jihad, MAJ Al-Sammarraie, F Al-Aani Revista Brasileira de Engenharia Agrícola e Ambiental 28 (3), e276666 , 2024 2024 Citations: 12
Determine, Predict and Map Soil pH Level by Fiber Optic Sensor MAJ Al-Sammarraie, F Al-Aani, SA Al-Mashhadany IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 1225 (1), 012104 , 2023 2023 Citations: 18
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Predicting Fruit’s Sweetness Using Artificial Intelligence—Case Study: Orange MAJ Al-Sammarraie, Ł Gierz, K Przybył, K Koszela, M Szychta, J Brzykcy, ... Applied Sciences (Switzerland) 12 (16), 8233 , 2022 2022 Citations: 50
Determine, Predict and Map Soil pH Level by Fiber Optic Sensor MAJ Al-Sammarraie, F Al-Aani, SA Al-Mashhadany IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 1225 (1), 012104 , 2023 2023 Citations: 18
The use of image analysis to study the effect of moisture content on the physical properties of grains Ł Gierz, MAJ Al-Sammarraie, O Özbek, P Markowski Scientific reports 14 (1), 11673 , 2024 2024 Citations: 16
Technological Advances in Soil Penetration Resistance Measurement and Prediction Algorithms MAJ Al-Sammarraie, H Kırılmaz Reviews in Agricultural Science 11, 93-105 , 2023 2023 Citations: 15
Using Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict the Sweetness of Bananas at Different Drying Times. SA Al-Mashhadany, HA Hasan, MAJ Al-Sammarraie Journal of Ecological Engineering 25 (6) , 2024 2024 Citations: 13
Comparison of the Effect Using Color Sensor and Pixy2 Camera on the Classification of Pepper Crop MAJ Al-Sammarraie, O Özbek Journal of Mechanical Engineering Research and Developments 44 (1), 396-403 , 2021 2021 Citations: 13
Effect of cold plasma technique on the quality of stored fruits-A case study on apples1 GH Jihad, MAJ Al-Sammarraie, F Al-Aani Revista Brasileira de Engenharia Agrícola e Ambiental 28 (3), e276666 , 2024 2024 Citations: 12
New irrigation techniques for precision agriculture: a review MAJ Al-Sammarraie, AA Ali, NM Hussein Plant Archives 21 (1), 1734-1740 , 2021 2021 Citations: 12
DETERMINING THE EFFICIENCY OF A SMART SPRAYING ROBOT FOR CROP PROTECTION USING IMAGE PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY MAJ Al-Sammarraie, NA Jasim INMATEH - Agricultural Engineering 64 (2) , 2021 2021 Citations: 11
Determination of Grain Losses on Combine Harvester SA Mustafa AL-Sammarraie Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research 8 (1), 196-202 , 2021 2021 Citations: 11
Power Predicting for Power Take-Off Shaft of a Disc Maize Silage Harvester Using Machine Learning MAJ Al-Sammarraie, Ł Gierz, O Özbek, H Kırılmaz Advances in Science and Technology. Research Journal 18 (5) , 2024 2024 Citations: 8
Harnessing automation techniques for supporting sustainability in agriculture MAJ Al-sammarraie, AI Ilbas Technology in Agronomy, 1-8 , 2024 2024 Citations: 7
The effect of plowing and pulverization systems on some plant indicators of onion JHN Al-Talabani, MAJ Al-Sammarraie Plant Arch 21, 851-853 , 2021 2021 Citations: 7
Effective use of fertilizers and analysis of soil using precision agriculture techniques NA Jasim, OT Abdulmajeed, MA Jalal Iraqi Journal of Soil Science 22 (1), 157-164 , 2022 2022 Citations: 6
Fruit classification by assessing slice hardness based on RGB imaging. Case study: Apple slices BS Falih, Ł Gierz, MAJ Al-Sammarraie Journal of Applied Mathematics and Computational Mechanics 23 (3) , 2024 2024 Citations: 5
Precision agriculture strategies to reduce the impacts of soil degradation: A comprehensive review MAJ Al-Sammarraie, S Kaplan CABI Reviews 20 (1), 0037 , 2025 2025 Citations: 3
Challenges and innovations in potato harvester design: the role of artificial intelligence in improving crop sorting MAJ Al-Sammarraie, Z Gokalp, AI Ilbas Technology in Agronomy 5 (1) , 2025 2025 Citations: 3
Determination of Operating Characteristics of 540 and 540E PTO Applications in Disc Type Silage Machines O Özbek, MAJ Al-Sammarraie Turkish Journal of Agriculture-Food Science and Technology 8 (8), 1692-1696 , 2020 2020 Citations: 3
The Effect of Knife Clearance on the Machine Performance in Disc Type Silage Machines MA Al-Sammarraie, O Özbek Selcuk Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences 33 (2), 74-81 , 2019 2019 Citations: 3
Classification of Apple Slices Treated by Atmospheric Plasma Jet for Post-harvest Processes Using Image Processing and Convolutional Neural Networks MAJ Al-Sammarraie, Ł Gierz, GH Jihad, Z Gokalp, O Özbek, P Markowski Food and Bioprocess Technology 18 (10), 8453-8467 , 2025 2025 Citations: 2