The application of expert system methodology to feed management

Abstract

Computers are becoming an increasing part of the range of tools available to farmers in carrying out their farm management activities. However, there is a range of utilisation of computers within the farming sector. This Research Report provides an application which farmers would find of value in assisting with decision regarding feed conservation and feed surplus utilisation. Earlier publications in this Series present systems applicable to drenching decisions and weaning and a farmer evaluation of the use of the type of computer assistance. This final publication in the series incorporates many of the developments described in earlier reports. This successful research subject has collected information from producers and developed computer based support systems which can provide valuable assistance in decision making.