Deep Learning-Based Classification of Areca Nut Yellow Leaf Disease with ResNet-50 CNN

Abstract

Detecting healthy arecanut leaves, yellow leaf disease in arecanut, and differentiating these from other types of leaves using deep learning involves designing an advanced neural network model for precise image classification. The model is trained on a dataset comprising images of healthy arecanut leaves, arecanut leaves affected by yellow leaf disease, and various other leaves from different plant species. Convolution Neural Networks (CNNs) are leveraged to extract and analyze intricate patterns in the images, enabling the model to effectively classify each leaf type. Transfer learning techniques might be utilized to improve the model's performance and adaptability. The model's effectiveness is evaluated using accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 score on a dedicated test dataset. This paper explores the methodology and results of employing image detection for the identification of healthy arecanut leaves, yellow leaf disease, and other leaf types, with potential applications in agricultural diagnostics, disease management, and crop monitoring. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.