@conference {40644,
	title = {Use of simulation models in research},
	booktitle = {Proceedings of the New Zealand Society of Animal Production},
	volume = {54},
	year = {1994},
	month = {Jan},
	pages = {403-412},
	publisher = {New Zealand Society of Animal Production},
	organization = {New Zealand Society of Animal Production},
	abstract = {Simulation models are increasingly used in animal research both  
independently and in conjunction with experimental research.  This paper  
describes the potential uses of models within research programmes and  
categorises research into three main types, component research, systems  
research and management research.  The contribution of models to component  
research into lactation, growth, wool growth and feed intake is reviewed.   
It is suggested that the concepts and data concerning interactions within the  
pastoral livestock system are now sufficient for a comprehensive modelling  
analysis of this system to be undertaken.  The potential use of production  
systems models in management research is illustrated through the analysis of  
farm management factors affecting production and returns from fine wool using  
a pastoral sheep farm simulation model. 
 },
	issn = {1176-5283},
	author = {Bywater AC and Cacho OJ}
}
