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© 1987 Oxford University Press and the Foundation for the European Review of Agricultural Economics

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An economic simulation model to support management decisions in dairy herds

A.A. DIJKHUIZEN1, J. STELWAGEN2 and J.A. RENKEMA3

1Department of Farm Management, Agricultural University, Wageningen Netherlands
2Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Utrecht Netherlands
3Department of Farm Management, Agricultural University Wageningen, Netherlands

Received December 1, 1986; Revision received August 1, 1987.

Summary

The economic impacts of day-to-day management issues on a dairy farm are assessed using a model that allows for real-life uncertainties. Differences regarding oestrus detection rates, calving rates, etc., are evaluated. Culling strategies are shown to have substantial influence on farm income. Results are important for the farm extension service and for veterinary research. An interactive version of the model has proved to be a worthwhile tool in courses on dairy farm management.


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