Expenditure on Forest and Forest Products Research in Australia 1981-1982 to 2001-2002 (Report‪)‬

Introduction Expenditure on research is an investment in the future of an industry. However, the level of expenditure on research which is appropriate or optimum for any industry is difficult to determine and the level will change over time as the nature and structure of the industry itself changes. The forest and forest products industries are technically based, and research is essential for continued improvements in forest management and utilisation. The present report is an analysis of the estimates of expenditure on forest and forest products research within Australia in 2001-2002 in comparison with levels in previous years. While there are no universal criteria for determining or guiding appropriate levels of expenditure, regular reviews of expenditure allow analyses to be made on trends together with changes in the sectors contributing to the expenditure.