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Politicians visit BCG
The Premier, Mr Steve Bracks, and Minister for Agriculture, Mr Bob Cameron, visited BCG last week as part of their two-day tour and consultation with drought-affected communities.|
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Ian McClelland explains the CRC for polymers trial at BCG's Birchip trial site to the Premier, Mr Steve Bracks and the Minister for Agriculture, Mr Bob Cameron. The trial is looking at the effect of a biodegradable plastic cover to improve moisture levels and reduce evaporation in crop. John Ferrier, Simon Craig, Chris Kelly and David Smith look on. |
More discussion regarding the polymers trial – could this be a future application in broadacre farming? |
The Premier, Mr Steve Bracks, discusses the desperate crop situation with Birchip farmer, David Smith. |
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