The common crop models

Crop models are computer-based tools that simulate the growth, development, and yield of crops under different environmental conditions. There are several common crop models used in agriculture research and decision-making, including:

1. DSSAT (Decision Support System for Agrotechnology Transfer): DSSAT is a suite of crop models that simulate the growth and yield of over 40 crops, including maize, wheat, rice, soybean, and cotton. It is widely used for research and decision-making in agriculture and has been applied in over 100 countries.

2. APSIM (Agricultural Production Systems Simulator): APSIM is a modular crop model that simulates the growth, development, and yield of a wide range of crops, including cereals, oilseeds, pulses, and vegetables. It is used for research, education, and decision-making in agriculture.

3. CERES (Crop Environment Resource Synthesis): CERES is a suite of crop models that simulate the growth and yield of crops under different environmental conditions, including temperature, rainfall, and soil fertility. It is widely used for research and decision-making in agriculture.

4. STICS (Simulateur mulTIdisciplinaire pour les Cultures Standard): STICS is a crop model that simulates the growth and yield of crops, including cereals, oilseeds, and vegetables. It is widely used in Europe for research and decision-making in agriculture.

5. GLAM (Global Leaf Area Model): GLAM is a crop model that simulates the growth and development of crops based on their leaf area. It is used for research and decision-making in agriculture, particularly in the context of climate change