ISHS Acta Horticulturae 499: V International Symposium on Computer Modelling in Fruit Research and Orchard Management
QUALITY OF MODELLING IN FRUIT RESEARCH AND ORCHARD MANAGEMENT: REPORT OF A DISCUSSION |
| Authors: | W.A.H. Rossing, C. Leeuwis, W. van der Werf |
| Abstract:
A discussion was organized on the topic of Critical Assessment of Modelling Approaches in Integrated Crop Management. Process-based models, used as research instruments, were discussed separately from Decision Support Systems, which are basically used as media for information exchange with growers and agricultural consultants. With respect to process-based models, the discussion centered on social aspects (team work, reward systems and return on investment), project management (when is a model finished?), and model presentation. With respect to Decision Support Systems, the discussion focused on how DSS are used (for learning or for decision support sec), communication with end-users, and on specificity, validity and adoption of DSS. Some of the main points brought forward in this discussion are reviewed in this report. | |
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