This course introduces students to the various types of lignocellulose materials. Main resources of raw materials from the forest and agricultural wastes will be discussed. Benefits to economy, national and international trade will also be discussed. The potential of lignocellulose as a source of energy will be introduced. Emphasise is also given on the resources from the non-wood, such as oil palm, bamboo, rattan, and other types of the lignocellulose fibres, as raw materials for pulp and paper, biocomposites (thermoplastic, thermoset and elastomer), and others applications. Various types of products and the importance of raw materials for products application derived from the bioresources will be highlighted