Rural Research and Development Corporations

Public inquiry

Amongst other things, this inquiry will examine the:

rationale for Commonwealth Government investment in rural research and development
appropriateness of current funding levels and arrangements - particularly levy arrangements, and matching Commonwealth contributions
extent to which Rural Research and Development Corporation (RRDC) funded projects provide for an appropriate balance between industry-specific and broader community benefits
effectiveness of the RRDC model in enhancing the competitiveness and productivity of Australia's rural industries
scope for improvements to the RRDC model - and any alternative models that could deliver better outcomes.

Contacts

Yvette Goss (Administrative matters)
Ph: 03 9653 2253

Greg Murtough (Other matters)
Ph: 03 9653 2163

Ana Markulev (Other matters)
Ph: 03 9653 2137

Fax: 03 9653 2305
Email: rural-research@pc.gov.au

Freecall: 1800 020 083

Further information

Productivity Commission Inquiry into Rural Research And Development - Joint media release from the Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (external link)
About the public inquiry process

Key documents and dates

Terms of reference - received 15 February 2010
Issues paper - released 31 March 2010
Submissions (161)
Draft report - release September 2010
Public hearings - October/November 2010
Final report to government - 15 February 2011

Register your interest

Be kept informed about the inquiry's progress through periodic circulars and emails. The Commission will also make concurrent updates to this website.

Make a submission

Commissioners

	Philip Weickhardt Presiding Commissioner
	Cliff Samson Associate Commissioner