Jordan,

If you are looking at whole farm modeling, you may want to look at IFSM
/DAFOSYM from USDA-ARS
http://www.ars.usda.gov/Main/docs.htm?docid=8519.  It uses a mix of
models, including earlier versions of the CERES maize, wheat and barley
models as well as the CROPGRO/ SOYGRO soybean model, all of which are
parts of the DSSAT system.  Even if you don't choose to use that model,
it might give you some ideas for integrating the newer DSSAT system into
your model.

Good luck,

Stu

Jordan Shockley wrote:
> Dear All,
>
>      I am a graduate student at the University of Kentucky in the Department
> of Agricultural Economics.  Our department has been looking for a new
> biophysical simulation model to replace what we have been using.  I started
> experimenting with DSSAT and have concluded that the program would be a good
> replacement.  I had a question with regards to the meeting coming up in
> Georgia.  I was wondering if it was tailored for amateur or advanced users?
> Also, our goals for the simulation model is very simple, we just need yield
> data for for multiple crops in Kentucky to use in a whole farm model.  I
> need help getting started using DSSAT or in search for collaborators to
> assist in  our research project.
>
> Thank You,
>
> Jordan Shockley
> 331 Charles E. Barnhart Building
> Lexington, KY 40546
> Phone: 859-257-7272  ext.271
>
>
>

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