Design and Implementation of Apple Leaf Disease Recognition System Based on ResNet50

Abstract

Timely identification of apple leaf diseases is critical to preventing crop losses and safeguarding yields. Spotted leaf drop, brown spot, gray spot, mosaic and rust are all common types of apple leaf diseases, and their presence signals a potential risk that could lead to significant reductions in fruit and crop yields. The apple industry is thus at risk of economic losses. In order to solve this problem, this study applies ResNet50, a deep learning model for image recognition and classification of apple leaf diseases, and develops an intelligent recognition system for apple leaf diseases by combining PyQt technology. The purpose of this system is to overcome the shortcomings of traditional recognition methods. Through experimental validation, the ResNet50 model achieves a high accuracy rate of 93.19% in apple leaf disease recognition, demonstrating its efficiency and practicality in practical applications.