About the Geodata Portal

The Challenge in Western Balkans

In the Western Balkans, there is significant potential for enhanced utilization of geoinformation. However, several challenges currently hinder its full implementation and benefits. Several barriers limit effective data use: users struggle to identify what data exists, where to find it, and how to apply for it. Data management infrastructure is still under development, leaving information scattered across institutions with different standards. Building technical capacity and establishing clear data-sharing frameworks are critical steps.

Our Mission

The GEO-WB6 project addresses these gaps through the establishment of a dedicated Geoinformation Centre. Our mission focuses on:

  • Developing human resources for advanced geodata management and analysis
  • Building a regional network of geoinformation experts
  • Creating standardized frameworks for data sharing and collaboration

Funding and Implementation

GEO-WB6 is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) and jointly implemented by the Agricultural University of Tirana (AUT) and the Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition Economies (IAMO).

Project Components

Training & Education

We provide comprehensive training programs including GIS courses, spatial data analysis, remote sensing, and thematic summer schools focusing on Integrated Administration and Control Systems (IACS).

  • 8 methodological training courses
  • 2 thematic summer schools
  • Monthly online seminars
Geoinformation Services

We offer geoinformation services for regional stakeholders and develop tools to improve geodata management, including this geoportal with metadata on agriculture and sustainable resource use.

  • INSPIRE-compliant metadata
  • Geodata management systems
  • Research data support
Regional Network

We foster regional exchange by building a network of geoinformation experts in the Western Balkans, supporting research projects and facilitating scientific exchange.

  • Research collaboration
  • Scientific exchange programs
  • Regional conferences

Available Data Topics

Our geoportal follows the INSPIRE directive standards for metadata management and covers various thematic areas including:

Activity Complex
Addresses
Administrative Units
Agricultural and Aquaculture Facilities Model
Area Management Restriction and Regulation Zones
Bio-geographical Regions
Cadastral Parcels
Environmental Management Facilities
Environmental Monitoring Facilities
Geographical Names
Habitats And Biotopes
Hydrography
Land Use
Land Cover
Natural Risk Zones
Protected Sites
Soil
Species Distribution
Climate Data/Weather