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3) IQQM Crop Model SRG, used in NSW and QLD.
In addition, Melbourne University as part of the eWater CRC, undertook a number of years of research looking at how to improve demand modelling. A prototype irrigation demand model (NGenIrr) was developed as part of this research. The Irrigator demand model was developed by combining the best functionality from the existing models into a common demand model. A key focus was on keeping the model as simple and parsimonious as possible, while not compromising the key functional requirements.
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Crop evapotranspiration is calculated using the single crop coefficient approach described in FAO56 (Equation 6). Crop coefficients at various growth stages can be modelled in Source as described in the Irrigation Demand Model Crop Factors SRG entry. Alternatively, Source also offers sufficient flexibility to apply daily crop factors if they are known for a particular crop based on a different source or method.
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| Parameter | Description | Unit | Default | Typical Range | |
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| 1 | Decision Type | Allows user to select different methods for specifying the crop area on the planting date. Either a fixed area (which supports functions and data sources) or a lookup table that relates available water on the planting date to the planted area. | Fixed Area | ||
| 2 | Plant Date | Date that the planting decision is made and the crop is planted | Calendar date | 31 May | 1/1-31/12 |
| 3 | Harvest Date | Date crop is harvested. By default this is disabled | Calendar date | n/a | 1/1-31/12 |
| 4 | Underirrigation Factor | Reduces irrigation application by changing the target depletion level. When it is zero or negative it is inactive and when it is >0 it ignores >0 the functions of Soil Depletion Target and Target Modifier will be ignored. | % | 0 | 0-50 |
| 5 | Area relationship | Defines the crop area as a function of either available water using a lookup table or from a function or data source | ML vs ha | Fixed area | 3-14 ML/ha |
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