Due to the rapid decline in crude oil reserves, the use of vegetable oils as diesel fuels has been promoted in many countries. Biodiesel has attracted considerable attention due to its environmental benefits and the fact that it comes from renewable resources. Depending upon climate and soil conditions, different nations are looking into different vegetable oils for diesel fuels. In this context, crop simulation models are potentially useful tools to assess the risks associated with various management strategies and to assist in decision making processes. This article is a review on simulation models applied to crops with potential for biodiesel production, emphasizing applications of widely used models and those developed for specific crops and purpose