1. What is Crop2ML ?¶
1.1. Objectives¶
The framework main objectives are:
define a declarative language to describe plant and crop model components
add semantic dimension to Crop2ML language by annotation of the models to allow the composition of components provided by different platforms by using the standards of the semantic web
develop a library to allow the transformation and the exchange of Crop2ML model between different Crop modelling and simulation platform
provide a web repository enabling registration, search and discovery of Crop2ML Models
facilitate Agricultural Model Exchange Initiative
1.2. Context¶
1.3. AMEI Motivation¶
Our motivation is to:
Strengthen the synergy between crop modelers, users and scientific researchers
Facilitate model intercomparison (at the process level) and model improvement through the exchange of model components (algorithms) and code reuse between platforms/models.
Bridge the gap between ecophysiologists who develop models at the process level with crop modelers and model users and facilitate the integration in crop models of new knowledge in plant science (i.e. we are seeking the exchange of knowledge rather than black box models).
Increase capabilities and responsiveness to stakeholder’ needs.
Propose a solution to the AgMIP community for NexGen crop modeling tools.
1.4. AMEI Vision¶
Facilitate the development of complex models
Use modular modelling to share knowledge and rapidly develop operational tools.
Reuse model parts to leverage the expertise of third parties;
Renovate legacy code.
Realize the benefit of sharing and complementing different expertise.
Promote model sharing and reuse