Caleb University students create AI app to detect mango ripeness

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A team of computer science students from Caleb University has emerged champion at the Bells University of Technology Hackathon Competition with their innovative software, Valour. The AI-powered application uses advanced machine learning and image processing technology to detect the ripeness of mangoes with high precision.

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Described as “the Smart, Bold, Brainy, Savvy, Mango Master”, Valour addresses challenges in the agricultural sector by helping farmers, suppliers, and consumers determine when mangoes are ripe or spoilt. According to the team, “Detecting ripeness and spoilage in mangoes remains a significant challenge. Overripe fruits lead to wastage and loss of value, while underripe ones fail to meet the expectations of consumers.”

The team, comprising Harmony Abayomi, Nwachukwu Chibuzor, and Efod Freda, developed Valour to reduce wastage and improve accuracy in fruit quality assessment. The app uses computer vision and deep learning models to classify mango ripeness with high precision

The Acting Vice Chancellor of Caleb University, Prof. Sunday Adewale, praised the team’s achievement, saying, “Caleb University has become a colossal hub for innovation and academic excellence. The success of Valour is a testament to our commitment to nurturing innovation, academic excellence, and real-world problem-solving.”

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The Head of the Computer Science Department, Dr Adeniyi Akanni, and Team Coordinator, Mr Ajala, described Valour as a “sophisticated web and mobile application that leverages advanced machine learning and AI algorithms to analyse images and data.” They noted that the project marks a significant intersection of technology and agriculture, contributing to global efforts to improve food quality and reduce waste

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