1st Edition

Artificial Intelligence in the Food Industry Enhancing Quality and Safety

Edited By Insha Zahoor, Sajad Ahmad Wani, Tariq Ahmad Ganaie Copyright 2025
    378 Pages 74 B/W Illustrations
    by CRC Press

    In this changing world of food processing and handling, efficiency and safety are paramount. Artificial Intelligence in the Food Industry: Enhancing Quality and Safety offers a groundbreaking exploration of how artificial intelligence (AI) technologies can address these critical needs. This book explores the transformative potential of AI, machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL) algorithms in revolutionizing the food industry. By overcoming the limitations of human involvement, AI ensures a more reliable demand-supply chain and enhances food safety.

    As the global population grows and food consumption reaches unprecedented levels, the demand for innovative solutions is urgent. This book demonstrates how intelligent systems can accurately assess food quality, implement control mechanisms, categorize foods, and conduct predictive analyses. Such advancements are reshaping sectors, including dairy, bakery, beverages, and fruits and vegetables, making this an indispensable guide for food production and safety professionals.

    It explores several cutting-edge topics such as the role of ML and computer vision in the agri-food industry, the potential of 3D printing, and the integration of AI with sensory technologies like electronic noses, electronic tongues, and near-infrared spectroscopy. These insights highlight how AI can significantly enhance food quality and productivity, benefiting both consumers and industry players.

    Artificial Intelligence in the Food Industry not only showcases current advancements but also emphasizes the need for ongoing research and innovation. By inviting readers to explore AI’s transformative potential in food production and service, this book ensures a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future for the food industry.

    A vital resource for researchers, scientists, and professionals in the food industry, this book presents comprehensive information on ML techniques to improve food quality, AI applications in pesticide management, food inspection, grading using image processing, and the use of robots for food safety and warehouse management.

    Preface

    About the Editors

    List of Contributors

    Chapter 1

    Artificial Intelligence in the Food Industry: A Sustainable Approach

    Nur Alim Bahmid and Tri Hadi Jatmiko

     

    Chapter 2

    Application of Machine Learning in the Food Industry

    Qazi Sugra Altaf and Rihab Ksouri

     

    Chapter 3

    Role of Machine Learning and Computer Vision in the Agri-Food Industry

    Iqra, Kaisar Javeed Giri, Bisma Ashraf Wani, Danish Nazir Raja, and Farhana Mehraj

     

    Chapter 4

    Shelf-life Prediction by Time-Delayed Neural Network (TDNN)

    Hamid, Imdadul Hoque Mondal, Himanshu Bana, and Navjot Kaur

     

    Chapter 5

    Artificial intelligence in Dairy Sector

    Bharti Mittu and Neha

     

    Chapter 6

    Artificial Intelligence in Beverages

    Wani Suhana Ayoub, Ruqaya Tariq, Salma Farooq, and Insha Zahoor

     

    Chapter 7

    Artificial Intelligence in Cutting and Sorting of Fruits and Vegetables

    Ruqaya Tariq, Iqra Qureshi, Salma Farooq, Wani Suhana Ayoub, Shazia Akhter, Rifat Javaid, and Aisha Sultana

     

    Chapter 8

    Revolutionizing Bakeries with Artificial Intelligence: A Sweet Blend of Innovation

    Anam Aijaz

     

    Chapter 9

    Artificial Intelligence in Restaurant

    Novsheena Rasool and Javaid Iqbal Bhat

     

    Chapter 10

    Artificial Intelligence in Three-Dimensional (3D) Printing

    Iqra Qureshi, Ruqaya Tariq, Mehvish Habib, and Syed Insha

     

    Chapter 11

    Artificial Intelligence for Improving Food Quality

    Danish Nazir Raja, Kaisar Javeed Giri, Farhana Mehraj and Iqra

     

    Chapter 12

    Machine Learning Techniques for Increasing the Productivity of High-Quality Food Products

    Rafia Amin and Shazia Amin

     

    Chapter 13

    Use of Pesticide Management Using AI

    Bharti Mittu, Anjali Chaturvedi, and Mahendra Singh

     

    Chapter 14

    Integrating AI with Electronic Tongue (E-Tongue) for Real-Time Detection in the Food Industry

    Upasana Yadav, Srishti Khurana, Kriti Rawal, Bindvi Arora, Aarti Yadav

     

    Chapter 15 

    Integrating AI with Machine Learning (ML) for Real-Time Detection in Food Industry 

    Monika Choudhary and Prabhdeep Kaur

     

    Chapter 16

    Integrating AI with Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) for Real-Time Industry

    Bharti Mittu, Renu Sharma, Mahendra Singh, and Neha

     

    Chapter 17

    CNN in Food Industry: Current Practices and Future Trends

    Asifa Nazir, Ahsan Hussain, and Assif Assad

    Biography

    Dr.Insha Zahoor is an accomplished academic and currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Technology at the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Awantipora, Kashmir. Previously, she worked as an ICMR Research Associate Fellow at IUST, where she contributed to significant research initiatives.

    Known for her outstanding academic journey, Dr. Zahoor has consistently excelled, achieving top ranks throughout her studies. She completed her M. Tech and Ph.D. in Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh.

    Dr. Zahoor was honored with three Gold Medals for securing the highest rank in her master’s program at AMU. Her achievements include qualifying for the GATE (Food Technology) and ICAR JRF 2014 with an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 27.

    She was also awarded the prestigious INSPIRE Fellowship by the Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India, to support her doctoral research. Additionally, Dr. Zahoor received the "Maulana Azad National Fellowship" from the University Grants Commission, New Delhi, as well as the "University Merit Financial Award" during her M. Tech at AMU. Her numerous research publications in high-impact journals and conference presentations further highlight her contributions to the field.

    Dr. Zahoor’s journey is a testament to her dedication and excellence in academia and research, earning her a reputation as a scholar with a wealth of accomplishments and honors.

    Dr. Sajad Ahmad Wani is currently working as Dr. D.S. Kothari Postdoctoral Fellow in the Division of Food Science and Technology at SKUAST, Kashmir. He earned his master’s degree in Food Technology from the Islamic University of Science and Technology, Kashmir, India, and his Ph.D. from the Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology, Punjab, India. He qualified for the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) in December 2015.

    Dr. Wani has an impressive academic and research portfolio, having published over 40 research and review articles, 10 books, and many chapters. He regularly contributes to Food & Beverage News, India’s first magazine dedicated to the food and beverage industry. His active participation in the academic com-munity is evident through his attendance at 50 national and 20 international conferences, seminars and workshops worldwide.

    In addition to his research and writing, Dr.Wani is involved in various faculty development pro-grams and serves as the Honorary Associate Editor of the International Journal of Food Science and Technology, published by Wiley. He is a recognized peer reviewer for several esteemed international journals in the field of food science and technology, including those published by Elsevier, Taylor & Francis, Wiley and Springer.

    Dr. Wani’s academic excellence and contributions to the field have been recognized with presti-gious awards, including the Dr. D.S. Kothari Postdoctoral Fellowship and the Maulana Azad National Fellowship (MANF 2013–2014) from the University Grants Commission, New Delhi, India. He is the recipient of the Early Career Research Award from Wiley.

    Dr. Tariq Ahmad Ganaie is currently working as the Head of the Department of Food Technology, IUST, Kashmir. He has completed his M.Sc. Chemistry in 2001 and M.Tech. (Agriculture Processing and Food Engineering) from Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, UP, in 2005. He has completed his Ph.D. (Food Technology) from the University of Kashmir. He has published many research and review papers in various reputed national and international journals with high impact factor. He has organized many national and international conferences, workshops, and symposia. He has delivered many invited talks at national and international conferences, workshops, and symposia. He is also the editorial board member and reviewer of many reputed national and international journals that belong to popular publishing houses such as Elsevier, Springer, Wiley and Taylor & Francis.