DR.

AKHILESH DAS GUPTA INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL

STUDIES,
SHASTRI PARK, DELHI - 110053

BLOOM WHISPERER
SYNOPSIS REPORT

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY

INFORMATION & TECHNOLOGY (IT)

SUBMITTED BY

SHANYA GOYAL: 11415603120

SHATAKSHI SINGH :
11515603120

FEBRUARY, 2024
 TABLE CONTENTS
● CHAPTER ONE

1.1 INTRODUCTION

1.2 PROBLEM STATEMENT

1.3 ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND

1.4 OBJECTIVE

1.5 APPROACH

1.6 SIGNIFICANCE

1.7 SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS

1.8 APPLICATIONS

1.9 BUSINESS RULE

1.10 FEASIBILITY TEST

1. INTRODUCTION

Bloom whisperer is an AI powered plant disease identifier. This tool will help
identify the name and the disease that the plant is suffering from. It is a personal
green expert.
Plant disease detection is essential for protecting agricultural productivity,
ensuring food security, and promoting environmental sustainability. By investing
in early detection technologies and supporting research in this field, we can
better manage plant diseases and mitigate their impacts on global agriculture.

Wheat is one of the most important cereal crops worldwide, serving as a staple
food for a significant portion of the global population. However, wheat production
faces numerous challenges, including the threat of various diseases that can
significantly reduce yields and quality. Early detection and effective
management of these diseases are crucial for maintaining crop health and
ensuring food security.

1.2 PROBLEM STATEMENT

An expected 70 to 80 percent Indian economy relies on agribusiness. There is a

developing Indian population which is increasingly dependent on agricultural
yield. The end goal is to develop the need to examine plant diseases at an
earlier stage. Diseases are investigated utilizing different image processing
techniques and diagnosed so that farmers can overcome from yield and
financial loss.

Despite advancements in agricultural technology, the timely and accurate

detection of wheat diseases remains a significant challenge. Current methods
rely heavily on visual inspection by farmers or agronomists, which can be
subjective, time-consuming, and prone to human error. Additionally,
traditional
diagnostic techniques often require specialized expertise and may not provide
timely information for timely intervention.

Key Issues:

1. Limited Accessibility: Many farmers, especially in remote or

resource-constrained areas, lack access to advanced diagnostic tools and
expertise needed for early disease detection.

2. Subjectivity and Inaccuracy: Visual inspection methods are subjective and

may lead to misdiagnosis, resulting in ineffective disease management
strategies.

3. Delayed Response: Delays in disease detection and diagnosis can hinder

timely intervention measures, leading to increased crop losses and reduced
yield potential.

4. Scalability: Existing disease detection methods may not be scalable to large

agricultural landscapes, limiting their effectiveness in monitoring and managing
disease outbreaks over broader areas.

5. Data Integration: There is a need for improved integration of data from

multiple sources, including remote sensing, field observations, and weather
data, to enhance the accuracy and reliability of disease detection systems.

TYPES OF DISEASES IN WHEAT CROPS:

Wheat crops can be susceptible to various diseases, which can significantly

impact yield and quality. Some common diseases affecting wheat crops include:

1. Stripe Rust (Puccinia striiformis):This fungal disease appears as yellow or

orange pustules arranged in stripes on the leaves. It can lead to significant yield
losses if not managed effectively.
2. Leaf Rust (Puccinia triticina):Another fungal disease, leaf rust causes
orange to brown pustules on the leaves, reducing the photosynthetic area of the
plant and impacting yield.
3. Powdery Mildew (Blumeria graminis f.sp. tritici): Powdery mildew appears
as a white, powdery growth on the leaves, stems, and heads of wheat plants. It
can reduce yield and quality if left uncontrolled.
4. Fusarium Head Blight (Fusarium graminearum): This fungal disease
infects wheat heads, causing bleaching and shriveling of the kernels, commonly
known as scab. It not only reduces yield but also produces mycotoxins, which
can contaminate the grain and pose health risks.
5. Septoria Leaf Blotch (Septoria tritici): Septoria leaf blotch appears as
small, dark spots with yellow halos on the leaves. Severe infections can lead to
premature defoliation and yield losses.
6. Tan Spot (Pyrenophora tritici-repentis): Tan spot causes necrotic lesions
on the leaves, reducing photosynthetic capacity and potentially leading to yield
losses.
7. Stem Rust (Puccinia graminis f.sp. tritici): Stem rust infects the stems of
wheat plants, causing reddish-brown pustules. Severe infections can weaken
the stems, leading to lodging and yield losses.
8. Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus (BYDV): This viral disease is transmitted by
aphids and can cause stunted growth, yellowing of leaves, and yield reductions
in wheat crops.
 Figure 1
Symptoms of wheat rust diseases caused by Puccinia graminis f. sp. tritici (A),
Puccinia striiformis f. sp. tritici (B) and Puccinia triticina (C). Photographs courtesy
of Rohit Mago

Figure 2
Symptoms of foliar blotch diseases. (A) Septoria tritici blotch. (B) Tan spot. (C)
Septoria nodorum blotch. (D) Spot blotch. Photographs courtesy of Dr Megan
McDonald (A, B) and Erin Hill (C, D).
 1.3 ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND

An organizational background of a plant disease detection system typically

includes information about the entity responsible for developing, implementing,
and managing the system. Here's a generic organizational background for such
a system:

1. Name of Organization: The name of the organization responsible for the

plant disease detection system.

2. Mission and Goals: A statement outlining the organization's mission and

goals related to plant health, agriculture, or food security. This may include
objectives such as improving crop yield, reducing losses due to diseases, and
promoting sustainable farming practices.

3. Structure: Description of the organizational structure, including

departments or units involved in developing and operating the disease detection
system. This may involve research and development teams, data scientists,
engineers, field technicians, and administrative staff.

4. Expertise: Overview of the expertise and qualifications of key personnel

involved in the project, such as agronomists, plant pathologists,
biotechnologists, and software developers.

5. Collaborations:Information about partnerships and collaborations with

other organizations, including academic institutions, research centers,
government agencies, and industry stakeholders. Collaboration often plays a
crucial role in accessing resources, expertise, and data needed for developing
effective disease detection systems.

6. Funding: Details regarding sources of funding for the organization and the
disease detection system. This may include government grants,
private
investments, research contracts, and donations.

7. Technological Infrastructure: Description of the technological

infrastructure utilized by the organization for disease detection purposes. This
may include hardware such as sensors, drones, and imaging devices, as well as
software for data analysis, machine learning, and decision support.

8. Deployment and Implementation:Information on how the disease

detection system is deployed and implemented in agricultural settings. This may
involve field trials, pilot projects, training programs for farmers, and extension
services to promote adoption.

9. Monitoring and Evaluation:Strategies for monitoring and evaluating the

performance of the disease detection system, including metrics for accuracy,
reliability, scalability, and impact on agricultural productivity.

10. Regulatory Compliance: Compliance with relevant regulations and

standards governing plant health, data privacy, and environmental protection.

11. Future Directions: Vision for the future development and expansion of
the disease detection system, including plans for innovation, research, and
outreach activities.

By providing a comprehensive organizational background, stakeholders can

gain a better understanding of the capabilities, resources, and commitments of
the entity responsible for the plant disease detection system.
1.4 OBJECTIVE

Plant diseases cause many significant damages and losses in crops around the
world. Appropriate measures on disease identification should be introduced to
prevent the problems and minimize the losses.
Technical approaches using Machine Learning and Computer Vision are actively
researched to achieve intelligence farming by early detection of plant disease.
An application is obviously desirable to aid the farmers or garden enthusiasts in
diagnosing what sorts of diseases a plant has. Although some similar applications
exist, most of them achieve function by submitting the image to a team of plant
pathologists or expert garden advisers to get possible identification results and
some advice.

The primary objective of this study is to develop and implement an innovative wheat
disease detection system that addresses the aforementioned challenges.
Specifically, the system aims to:

Enhance the accuracy and reliability of wheat disease detection through the
integration of advanced sensor technologies, image processing algorithms, and
machine learning techniques.
Improve accessibility to disease detection tools and expertise for farmers,
extension workers, and other stakeholders involved in wheat production.
Enable timely and targeted interventions for disease management, thereby
minimizing crop losses and maximizing yield potential.
Facilitate scalability and adaptability to diverse agricultural settings, including
smallholder farms and large commercial operations.
Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among stakeholders to support the
sustainable management of wheat diseases and promote resilient agriculture.
1.5 APPROACH

A. Create a dataset for experimentation.

B. Create an architecture to be used
C. Train and test the network with default parameters initialized.
D. Calculate its performance using accuracy , loss , and size metrics.
E. Prediction based on higher accuracy

1.6 SIGNIFICANCE

1. Early Detection: Identifying diseases in plants early can prevent the spread of
the disease to other plants in the vicinity. Early detection allows for prompt action to
be taken, such as quarantine measures or targeted treatments, reducing the overall
impact on plant populations.
2. Crop Protection: Plant diseases can devastate crops, leading to significant
economic losses for farmers and affecting food security. Detecting diseases early
allows farmers to take appropriate measures to protect their crops, such as
applying pesticides or implementing disease-resistant crop varieties.
3. Optimizing Yield: By detecting diseases early and implementing appropriate
management strategies, farmers can optimize crop yields. Healthy plants are more
productive and produce higher-quality crops, leading to increased profitability for
farmers and a more sustainable agricultural system.
4. Environmental Protection: Plant diseases can have broader ecological
impacts, affecting natural ecosystems and biodiversity.
5. Global Food Security: With a growing global population and increasing
pressures on agricultural systems, ensuring the health of plants is essential for
global food security.
6. Reducing Chemical Inputs: Early disease detection can help reduce the need
for excessive pesticide and fungicide use, reducing environmental pollution and
promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
1.7 SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS

Crop diseases are a major threat to food security, but their rapid identification
remains difficult in many parts of the world due to a lack of the necessary
infrastructure. The combination of increasing global smartphone penetration and the
recent advancement, in computer vision made possible by deep learning, and
transfer learning has paved the way for smart systems to diagnose diseases at
initial stages, as soon as they appear in plant leaves. Therefore, a convolutional
neural network is created and developed to perform plant disease detection and
classification using leaf images of healthy and diseased crops. Deep learning uses
convolutional neural networks for image classification as it gives the most accurate
results in solving real-world problems.
LIMITATIONS:
1. Accuracy
4. Lack of real time update
2. Limited Scope
5. Rely on Visual Symptoms
3.Dependency on user
6. Language Barriers
input

1.8 APPLICATIONS

1. Early Detection : These applications can detect diseases in plants at early

stages, allowing farmers to take prompt action to prevent the spread of diseases.
2. Precision Agriculture: Plant disease detection applications contribute to
precision agriculture by providing targeted treatments only to affected areas,
reducing the need for broad-spectrum pesticides or fungicides. This approach
minimizes input costs and environmental impacts while maximizing crop health and
yield.
3. Crop Protection and Management
4. Plant Breeding and Research: Plant disease detection applications provide
valuable data for plant breeders and researchers studying plant-pathogen
interactions
5. Urban and Indoor Agriculture: In addition to traditional farming settings, plant
disease detection applications are also valuable in urban and indoor agriculture
systems. They help urban farmers, home gardeners, and indoor plant enthusiasts
diagnose and manage diseases in limited-space environments, promoting healthy
plant growth and productivity.
6. Biosecurity and Quarantine: Disease detection applications play a crucial role
in biosecurity measures by identifying and containing plant diseases before they
spread across regions or borders. They support quarantine efforts by enabling rapid
screening of plant materials and detecting potential threats to agricultural
ecosystems.

1.9 BUSINESS RULE

The business rule is a set of guidelines that govern the way an organization
operates. It is important to establish clear and concise set of rules to ensure
consistency indecision-making processes across all departments .
Business rules can be categorized into two types : operational and strategic.
Operational rules are those that govern day-to-day activities, while strategic rules
are those that guide long-term goals and objectives . Both types of rules are
essential for businesses to operate efficiently and effectively.

1.9 FEASIBILITY STUDY

1. Market Analysis: Identify the target market for the website, including farmers,
agricultural professionals, researchers, and home gardeners and evaluate the
demand for plant disease detection services online.
2. Technical Feasibility: Determine the technical requirements for developing and
maintaining the website, including the necessary hardware, software, and technical
expertise.
3. Financial Feasibility
4. Legal and Regulatory Compliance
5. User Acceptance and Usability: Conduct surveys, interviews, or focus groups
to gather feedback from potential users about their needs, preferences, and
expectations regarding plant disease detection services.
6. Operational Feasibility: Assess the feasibility of integrating the website with
existing agricultural systems, such as farm management software, mobile
applications, or IoT devices.
7. Risk Analysis: Identify potential risks and uncertainties that could impact the
success of the website, such as technical failures, data security breaches, market
competition, and changes in user preferences.