Use of Multicriteria Analysis Method DEXi to Define Priorities in Implementation of Irrigation Plans

Abstract

Methodology for determining priorities in implementing irrigation plans using multicriteria analysis method DEXi is applied on the specific case study area in the sub-catchment area of river Orljava in Požega-Slavonia County, Croatia. Five potential irrigation areas are analyzed according to five selected criteria: environmental protection, water-related (4 sub-criteria), social, economic and time criteria with different criteria importance (weight). The aims of this paper are: confirm the adequacy of using DEXi method when determining priorities in fulfilling irrigation plans; present the model for preparation of the input data; apply the method and give feedback on the application.

Keywords

• multicriteria analysis
• DEXi
• priority
• irrigation plan implementation
• Požega-Slavonia County
• Croatia