### Question
How does the law define research?


### Answer
Under *7 U.S.C. § 6002*, **research** is defined as:

> any type of test, study, or analysis designed to advance the image, desirability, usage, marketability, production, product development, or quality of pecans

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 6002*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 89-PECAN PROMOTION AND RESEARCH**

