Color and quality control in fresh produce: Traditional vs AI-based solutions

Editor's note: Devendra Chandani is co-founder and head of US at Intello Labs, based in New Jersey. Headquartered in Gurugram, India, Intello Labs uses machine learning tech to grade the quality of agricultural produce. The views expressed in this article are the author's own. Fresh fruits and vegetables are a critical ingredient for food companies that make anything from juices and smoothies through to sauces, pastes, and pulps. The characteristics of fresh produce differ by variety and season, unlike with many other raw materials.