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ArticleFrontiers in plant science2025

A machine learning based model for the precise regulation of tomato seedling growth for automatic grafting.

Yichi Wang, Hongxuan Deng, Huiwen Li, Zeyi Mu, Song Gu, Yinghui Mu

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Yichi WangCollege of Engineering, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
Hongxuan DengCollege of Engineering, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
Huiwen LiCollege of Engineering, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
Zeyi MuCollege of Engineering, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
Song GuCollege of Engineering, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
Yinghui MuCollege of Engineering, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.

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Introduction: The morphological characteristics of grafting seedlings affect the quality of automatic grafting. Because of the non-uniform and unstable lighting conditions in greenhouses, it is difficult to implement targeted control over seedlings. In contrast, plant factories are able to cultivate grafted seedlings in a more optimal environment by adjusting environmental factors like light. This research aims to propose an intelligent control method for seedling growth, in order to precisely cultivate seedlings that meet the requirements of different grafting machines. Methods: This research established an evaluation method for tomato seedlings (suitable for automatic grafting) and scored seedlings that underwent light recipe transitions at different time points. Based on the comprehensive weighting of tomato seedlings suitable for automatic grafting, combined with the growth data of seedlings under different light environments, six machine learning algorithms were used to establish growth prediction models. Results: The results indicate that the length of the hypocotyl and the diameter of the stem are crucial factors influencing whether the seedling can be mechanically grafted. And the transition of light recipes during cultivation can regulate seedling quality. XGBoost achieved the best accuracy for predicting rootstock and scion growth, with R Discussion: This demonstrates the feasibility of the model and highlights the practical application of the system in precision agriculture.

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game theorygrafting seedlingsmachine learningplant factorysmart light control system

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