Models, Tools, and Guides
Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), in collaboration with experts and other organizations, created tools and guides to streamline access to information and insights that support farmer decision-making and program implementation. All tools are publicly available and free to access.
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Python Code
Web-based
Excel Based
Feed Additive Decision Support
Evaluation Tool for Enteric Methane-Mitigating Feed Additives
Support evaluation of anti-methanogenic feed additive (AMFA)
Focus on Safety, efficacy, and trade-offs/benefits
Web-based
Whole Farm GHG Model
FARM Environmental Stewardship (ES) V3
Tool for tracking dairy farm GHG footprint
Based on RuFaSModel
Web-based
Carbon Program Decision Support
Guide to Evaluating Carbon Programs
Helps farmers evaluate carbon market options based on eligibility, flexibility, and commitment.
Highlights key questions to ask
Excel-Based
Manure Model
Sustainable Manure Management and Impacts Tool (SuMMIT)
Regional-scale analysis
Greenhouse gas (GHG) mitigation strategies for dairy manure management
Excel Based