# Comparison of different computer vision methods for vineyard canopy detection using UAV multispectral images

*PRI Rank #4 · Topics and Trends in Most Cited Horticultural and Viticultural Research Papers, Class of 2026*

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| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Rank | #4 |
| 18m citations | 34 |
| Journal | Computers and Electronics in Agriculture |
| Year | 2024 |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.compag.2024.109277 |
| Corresponding authors | Massimo Vincenzo Ferro |
| Institution | University of Palermo, Italy |

**Ranking page:** [Topics and Trends in Most Cited Horticultural and Viticultural Research Papers, Class of 2026](https://pri.pepkio.com/top-papers/horticultural-and-viticultural-research/2026)

**Paper link:** [10.1016/j.compag.2024.109277](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compag.2024.109277)

## Topics

UAV multispectral imaging · vineyard canopy detection · Object-Based Image Analysis (OBIA) · Mask R-CNN · U-Net · Gaussian Mixture Model (GMM) · Support Vector Machine (SVM) · Random Forest · K-Means clustering · Normalized Difference Vegetation Index · Canopy segmentation · shadow detection · Total Leaf Area (TLA) · Leaf chlorophyll content · Projected canopy area · phenological stages BBCH65-BBCH85 · vigor maps · Precision Viticulture · ultra-high spatial resolution imagery

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