Cheng‐Yuan Xu

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Cheng-Yuan Xu is a precision agriculture researcher whose work bridges computer vision, sensor technology, and sustainable farming. His primary research areas include intelligent weed management, early disease detection in crops, and automated herbicide spraying systems. Xu’s most notable contribution is his comprehensive 2025 overview on intelligent weed management, which synthesizes aerial image processing with precision herbicide spraying to reduce chemical use and environmental harm—a paper that has already garnered 10 citations shortly after publication. He also pioneered early detection of disease infection in chilli crops using advanced sensors, presented at the prestigious XXX International Horticultural Congress (IHC2018), demonstrating how real-time monitoring can prevent crop loss before symptoms become visible. With a growing citation record and work featured at international horticultural symposia, Xu is establishing himself as a key voice in the movement toward data-driven, eco-friendly agriculture. His research offers practical tools for farmers seeking to boost yields while cutting costs and ecological footprints, making his work essential reading for students and researchers in precision horticulture, agricultural robotics, and sustainable crop management.