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HortipriseKnowledge BaseAI Hub & Intelligent Analytics
Complete guide to using AI-powered plant health analysis, demand forecasting, market intelligence, and analytics
Updated 2025-11-11
25 min read
AI Hub Overview
The AI Hub is your central platform for leveraging artificial intelligence to optimize agricultural operations. From instant plant disease diagnosis to predictive demand forecasting, the AI Hub provides powerful tools to make data-driven decisions that reduce losses, boost yields, and save time.
What You Can Do with AI Hub
- Diagnose Plant Health: Upload photos to get instant disease detection with confidence scores
- Predict Demand: Forecast future plant demand based on historical data and market trends
- Access Market Intelligence: Get AI-powered insights into pricing strategies and market trends (Pro+)
- View Analytics: Comprehensive nursery performance analytics and recommendations (Enterprise+)
- Track Usage History: Review all past AI queries and their results
Understanding Your AI Hub Dashboard
When you open the AI Hub, you'll see a comprehensive dashboard with the following sections:
Dashboard Layout
- Hero Header: Quick overview with AI Hub branding and description
- Feature Cards: Three highlighted cards explaining key AI capabilities
- Usage Statistics: Real-time cards showing usage for each AI feature this month
- Tabbed Interface: Five tabs for different AI features and history
Tab 1: Plant Health Analysis
What It Does
The Plant Health Analysis tab uses computer vision AI to analyze photos of your plants and detect diseases, pests, nutrient deficiencies, and other health issues. Get instant diagnosis with confidence scores and actionable treatment recommendations.
How to Use Plant Health Analysis
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Navigate to the Tab:
- Click on the "Plant Health" tab in the AI Hub interface
- The tab shows a badge with your current usage count
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Upload Plant Photos:
- Click the "Upload Image" button or drag and drop photos
- Supported formats: JPG, PNG, WEBP (max 5MB per image)
- For best results: Take clear, well-lit photos showing affected areas
- Multiple angles recommended for comprehensive analysis
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Add Context (Optional but Recommended):
- Plant type/variety name
- Symptoms you've observed
- Recent weather conditions
- Any recent treatments or changes
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Submit for Analysis:
- Click "Analyze Plant Health"
- Wait 10-30 seconds for AI processing
- Usage counter will increment by 1
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Review Results:
- Health Assessment: Overall plant health score
- Detected Issues: List of identified diseases, pests, or deficiencies
- Confidence Score: AI confidence level for each diagnosis (0-100%)
- Severity Level: Low, Medium, High, or Critical
- Treatment Recommendations: Step-by-step actions to address issues
- Prevention Tips: How to avoid similar problems in the future
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Take Action:
- Save the analysis to your history
- Share results with your team
- Create tasks based on recommendations
- Download report for record-keeping
Important Tips for Plant Health Analysis
- Photo Quality Matters: Clear, focused images yield better results
- Multiple Images: Upload 2-3 photos from different angles
- Show Problem Areas: Focus on leaves, stems, or fruits showing symptoms
- Good Lighting: Natural daylight works best; avoid harsh shadows
- Clean Background: Remove clutter for clearer analysis
- Verify AI Results: Always cross-reference with agronomist expertise for critical decisions
Tab 2: Demand Forecast
What It Does
Demand Forecasting uses machine learning to analyze your historical sales data, seasonal patterns, market trends, and customer behavior to predict future demand for specific plant varieties. This helps you plan production, manage inventory, and optimize resource allocation.
How to Use Demand Forecast
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Access the Forecast Tab:
- Click on "Demand Forecast" tab
- View your usage statistics at the top
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Select Forecast Parameters:
- Plant Variety: Choose specific crop/variety to forecast
- Forecast Period: Select timeframe (1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year)
- Historical Data Range: AI uses past 12-24 months of data
- Additional Factors (optional): Upcoming events, promotions, seasonal factors
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Generate Forecast:
- Click "Generate Forecast" button
- AI analyzes your historical order data, customer patterns, and market trends
- Processing typically takes 15-45 seconds
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Analyze Forecast Results:
- Demand Graph: Visual timeline showing predicted demand
- Peak Periods: Highlighted high-demand windows
- Low Periods: Expected slowdowns in demand
- Confidence Intervals: Range of possible outcomes (best case, worst case, likely)
- Recommended Production: Suggested sowing batch quantities and timing
- Growth Trends: Year-over-year comparison and trends
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Export and Plan:
- Download forecast as PDF or CSV
- Share with production team
- Create sowing batches based on recommendations
- Set reminders for peak demand periods
Maximizing Forecast Accuracy
- Complete Historical Data: More past data = better predictions
- Regular Updates: Run forecasts monthly to refine predictions
- Seasonal Adjustments: Account for holidays, festivals, planting seasons
- Multiple Scenarios: Generate forecasts for different varieties
- Track Accuracy: Compare predictions to actual demand over time
- Combine with Market Intelligence: Use both AI tools together for best results
Tab 3: Market Intelligence (Pro+ Plans)
What It Does
Market Intelligence provides AI-powered analysis of agricultural market trends, competitor pricing, regional demand patterns, and strategic recommendations. This premium feature helps you make informed business decisions, optimize pricing, and identify new opportunities.
How to Use Market Intelligence
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Upgrade to Pro Plan (if needed):
- If you see "Pro+ required" badge, click "Upgrade" button
- Choose Pro or Enterprise plan to unlock this feature
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Access Market Intelligence:
- Click on "Market Intelligence" tab
- Interface activates after plan upgrade
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Select Analysis Type:
- Market Trends: Overall industry trends and forecasts
- Pricing Analysis: Competitive pricing insights
- Regional Demand: Geographic demand patterns
- Opportunity Finder: AI-identified business opportunities
- Custom Query: Ask specific market questions
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Review Intelligence Reports:
- Executive Summary: Key insights and takeaways
- Market Analysis: Detailed trend breakdowns
- Competitor Insights: Pricing and positioning analysis
- Strategic Recommendations: Actionable business advice
- Risk Factors: Potential challenges and mitigation strategies
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Apply Insights:
- Adjust pricing strategies
- Plan product mix changes
- Identify new customer segments
- Optimize marketing efforts
Pro Feature Benefits
- Competitive Advantage: Stay ahead with market insights
- Pricing Optimization: Data-driven pricing decisions
- Opportunity Discovery: Find untapped market segments
- Risk Management: Identify and prepare for market changes
- Strategic Planning: Long-term business planning support
Tab 4: Nursery Analytics (Enterprise+ Plans)
What It Does
Nursery Analytics provides comprehensive AI-powered business intelligence specific to your nursery operations. Get deep insights into production efficiency, resource utilization, financial performance, and operational bottlenecks with automated recommendations for improvement.
How to Use Nursery Analytics
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Upgrade to Enterprise (if needed):
- This premium feature requires Enterprise plan
- Contact sales or upgrade via pricing page
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Access Analytics Dashboard:
- Click "Analytics" tab in AI Hub
- View comprehensive analytics dashboard
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Explore Analytics Categories:
- Production Analytics: Batch success rates, germination rates, growth cycles
- Financial Analytics: Revenue trends, profit margins, cost analysis
- Operational Efficiency: Resource utilization, labor productivity, space optimization
- Customer Analytics: Customer behavior, retention rates, lifetime value
- Inventory Analytics: Stock levels, turnover rates, waste reduction
- Quality Metrics: Plant quality scores, defect rates, return analysis
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Generate Custom Reports:
- Select metrics and KPIs to analyze
- Choose date ranges and comparison periods
- Apply filters for specific varieties, locations, or customers
- Click "Generate Report" for AI-powered insights
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Review AI Recommendations:
- Optimization Opportunities: Areas for improvement
- Cost Savings: Potential efficiency gains
- Growth Opportunities: Expansion recommendations
- Risk Alerts: Potential issues requiring attention
- Best Practices: Benchmarking against industry standards
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Act on Insights:
- Create action plans from recommendations
- Set performance targets and KPIs
- Schedule follow-up analyses
- Share reports with stakeholders
Enterprise Feature Benefits
- Comprehensive Insights: 360-degree view of nursery operations
- Predictive Alerts: AI identifies issues before they become problems
- Automated Reporting: Schedule regular analytics reports
- Benchmarking: Compare performance against industry standards
- Custom Dashboards: Personalized analytics views
- API Access: Integrate analytics into other systems
Tab 5: Usage History
What It Does
The History tab provides a complete record of all your AI Hub interactions across all features. Review past analyses, forecasts, and queries to track patterns, reference previous results, and measure the impact of AI-driven decisions.
How to Use History Tab
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Access History:
- Click "History" tab in AI Hub
- View chronological list of all AI queries
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Filter and Search:
- By Feature: Show only Plant Health, Forecasts, etc.
- By Date Range: Filter by week, month, or custom range
- By Result Type: Success, warnings, or errors
- Keyword Search: Find specific plants or queries
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Review Past Analyses:
- Click on any history item to view full details
- See original inputs, AI results, and recommendations
- View timestamps and usage costs
- Check which team member made the query
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Export History:
- Download complete history as CSV or PDF
- Export filtered results for specific analysis
- Share historical data with team or consultants
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Rerun Analyses:
- Click "Run Again" to repeat previous queries
- Compare new results with historical data
- Track changes and improvements over time
Usage Tracking and Limits
Understanding Your Usage
Each plan includes different monthly limits for AI features:
- Starter Plan: 50 plant health analyses, 20 forecasts per month
- Pro Plan: 200 plant health analyses, 100 forecasts, 50 market intelligence queries per month
- Enterprise Plan: Unlimited usage across all AI features
Usage Resets: Limits reset on the 1st of each month
Overage: Additional usage available for purchase if you exceed limits
Best Practices for AI Hub
Tips for Maximum Value
- Use Plant Health Proactively: Regular monitoring prevents major issues
- Run Forecasts Monthly: Keep production planning aligned with demand
- Combine Features: Use forecasting + market intelligence for best results
- Monitor Usage: Track your monthly limits to avoid interruptions
- Review History: Learn from past queries and track improvement trends
- Verify Recommendations: Always validate AI insights with agricultural expertise
- Document Actions: Record what actions you took based on AI recommendations
- Measure Impact: Track ROI by comparing outcomes before/after AI adoption
- Train Your Team: Ensure all team members know how to use AI features effectively
- Provide Feedback: Report inaccuracies to help improve AI models
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Common Problems and Solutions
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Image Upload Fails:
- Check file size (max 5MB)
- Verify file format (JPG, PNG, WEBP only)
- Ensure stable internet connection
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Low Confidence Scores:
- Upload higher quality images
- Provide more context about the plant
- Try different angles or lighting
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Forecast Not Available:
- Ensure you have sufficient historical data (minimum 3 months)
- Check that the selected variety has order history
- Verify your plan includes forecasting
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Usage Limit Reached:
- Wait until next month for limit reset
- Purchase additional usage credits
- Upgrade to higher plan for more capacity
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Feature Locked/Disabled:
- Check if feature requires plan upgrade
- Contact admin for permission settings
- Verify your account is in good standing
Getting Help with AI Hub
Support Resources
- In-App Help: Click the help icon (?) in any AI Hub tab for contextual guidance
- Tutorial Videos: Watch step-by-step video guides on our YouTube channel
- Support Team: Contact support via the help center for technical assistance
- Community Forum: Connect with other users to share tips and best practices
- Training Sessions: Schedule live training sessions with our AI specialists
- Documentation: Refer to this guide and other knowledge base articles
Important Disclaimer
AI is a Tool, Not a Replacement: While our AI systems are highly accurate and trained on extensive agricultural data, they should supplement—not replace—professional agricultural expertise. Always verify critical decisions with qualified agronomists, especially for:
- Large-scale pest or disease treatment decisions
- Significant changes to production plans
- New crop or variety introductions
- Major business or financial decisions
Use AI insights as one data point among many in your decision-making process.