Here are some links and attached old articles and other more recent that prove APSIM is currently the tool to give the best results in the field of agriculture.
- The APSIM Model – An Overview (PDF Download Available)
I don't think that it is necessarily the best under all circumstances, but it is a good tool that is constantly improving due to a good development group. Also, it has had significant development for tropical countries under nutrient limited conditions, so it is a good option for such situations.
Cropping fields often have poor-performing patches. In an attempt to increase production on poor patches, farmers may apply additional fertiliser or ameliorants without economic or scientific justification. Improved understanding of the extent and causes of poor performance, management options, potential crop yield and economic benefits can give fa...