H. Stutzel, A SIMPLE-MODEL FOR SIMULATION OF GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN FABA BEANS(VICIA-FABA L) .1. MODEL DESCRIPTION, European journal of agronomy, 4(2), 1995, pp. 175-185
A simple simulation model for Vicia faba growth mainly based on analyt
ical results from field experiments with two contrasting genotypes und
er conditions free from visible stress and diseases is presented. In t
he model, dry matter is produced as a function of light interception a
nd utilization. Newly produced and retranslocated dry matter is partit
ioned between roots and shoots, vegetative and generative shoot organs
as well as leaves and stems. Assumptions made are discussed and compa
risons between simulated and measured results are shown.