This database is FAO's global information system on water and agriculture. It collects, analyses and disseminates data and information by country and by region. Its aim is to provide users across the world that are interested in global, regional and national analyses with comprehensive information related to water resources and agricultural water management. It emphasizes countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean. The system includes the main country database, institutions, river sediment yields, a climate information tool, water resources, water use and waste water.