This page will help you as a dairy herd advisor, to understand how SimHerd can help you in your daily work, how you use the software and we have also collected some inspiration for possible calculations. 

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How is SimHerd used?

SimHerd Expert is our full model, that can calculate all aspects of a dairy herd. It can be used to quantify the effect of different management improvements or investments. The model simulates each cow in the herd over a 10-year period, this is repeated 100 times to ensure reliable results. Associations between milk production, health and reproduction are accounted for in the model, which gives a unique whole herd approach to advisory.  The calculations can also be used in dialogue with the bank to show the value of proposed changes. 

SimHerd adds value to your advisory in many ways: 

• No more complicated excel spread-sheets
• Easy visualizations of complicated calculations
• All results are based on the farmers own key figures
• Qualifies your advisory
• Based on a strong scientific foundation

The newest addition to the model is climate impact. For all calculations, not only economic and herd key figures are calculated, the effect on methane emissions is also calculated.   

Manuals and video guides

If you need help to get started or wish to refresh your knowledge we have collected manuals and videos along with a range of exercises. If you wish to have an introductory meeting or need help with your calculations, you are always welcome to contact us.