The Purpose of Forest Research Division are:

1. Establish a Research Division and its functions relating to research and development in the forest and forestry sector.
2. Identify and establish potential areas and plans on research undertakings that is geared toward further developing the forestry sector.
3. Research and report on forest plantation development.
4. Research and report on biodiversity and conservation.
5. Research and report on community forestry (Livelihood/Non-Timber Forest Products).
6. Research and report on natural forest management and indigenous silviculture practices of endemic species.
7. Research and report on forest health and protection.
8. Research and report on marketing timber & NTFP.
9. Research and report on forest nutrient science.
10. Research and report on wood technology.
11. Research and report on wood stock and biomass.