Introducing a lexicographic goal programming for environmental conservation program in farm activities

Hooman Mansoori (), Mohammad Reza Kohansal and Mohammd Farid Khadem Ghousi

China Agricultural Economic Review, 2009, vol. 1, issue 4, 478-484

Abstract: Purpose - Prosperity of the agricultural sector is very crucial not only for the national economy but also for the regional development. However, this prosperity has quite often a significant environmental cost in terms of water resources overexploitation or pollution. The main purpose of this paper is to create, apply and evaluate a model that aims at the simultaneous maximization of farmer's welfare and the minimization of the consequent environmental burden. Design/methodology/approach - Lexicographic goal programming technique is employed. This technique is implemented on a representative farm around Mashhad in Iran to seek for a solution – in terms of area and water allocation under different crops. Findings - Results shows that application of a multi‐criteria analysis may lead to a win‐win situation. Originality/value - A lexicographic goal programming is used to satisfy both goals of farm activity in a represented area in Iran.

Keywords: Water; Resources; Iran (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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DOI: 10.1108/17561370910989284

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