BCG in the Media
2010
Dr. Lauren Rickards discusses draught on Rural Live TV
Dr Lauren Rickards, Primary Industries Drought Adaptation Research Network, discusses the impact of the word draught on the agricultural community. Dr. Rickards begins at 56 minutes in Episode 842.
Is the term "drought" relevant in Australia?
On the continent with the world's most variable climate, where dry spells are inevitable - and may become more frequent - is the term -drought- still relevant? National drought policy has recently been reframed to banish the word -drought- in favour of -dryness-, but Dr Lauren Rickards of the Primary Industries Drought Adapatation Research Network (PIARN) thinks -drought- still has currency.
Alexandra Gartmann talks with Landline - Going with the Grain
BCG CEO Alexandra Gartmann talks with Landline at the Australian Grains Industry Conference about the potential impact of mice and locust. After a string of frustrating seasons Australian grain growers at last look to have at least the weather in their favour. While the job's not finished 'til the crop is harvested, some are quietly confident that timely spring rains could even produce a bin-buster. Tim Lee assesses this season's prospects for the nation's grain growers.
BCG talk with Landline about the latest fertiliser decision making tools
BCG research agronomist Simon Craig and Research Committee Member Peter Taylor speak with Landline about the latest technologies available to help farmers make fertiliser decisions.
2009
Seed hunter documentary goes to air
BCG Chairman Ian McClelland stars in an upcoming documentary - Seed Hunter, which follows Australian scientist Dr Ken Street on a quest through Central Asia to find ancient seeds whose genes may help save our food from the impact of climate change.
BCG labeled 'world class' by Governor-General
BCG's most recent accolade was from Her Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, who labeled BCG as 'world class' after visiting to officially open the 2009 Grains Research Expo and speak at the Expo Dinner in July 2009. View photos from the two events.
ABC Radio to talk surviving, thriving and a touch of royalty
According to ABC Central and Western Victoria, they are proud to be joining a major farming tradition - the 2009 BCG Grains Research Expo. Dave Lennon and Fiona Parker will broadcast live from the Expo on Thursday 2 July from 8.30 - 11.00am. Their program will focus on the latest agricultural, social and environmental research and the demand the drought has placed on farmers in the region.
2008
Ted Baillieu visits Birchip
State Opposition Leader Ted Baillieu met on Thursday 6 November with members of the BCG Board, staff and local community for lunch and a round table meeting. The aim of the visit was to discuss and inform the opposition state government about current agricultural issues affecting the Wimmera Mallee region. Peter Walsh MP Member for Swan Hill and Shadow Agricultural Minister was also involved in the talks. The effect of drought, lack of water and the flow on impact within communities was the topic of dominance during their visit.
Ian McClelland to feature in 'Seed Hunter' - 21 Oct ABCTV
BCG Chairman Ian McClelland stars in an upcoming documentary - Seed Hunter, which follows Australian scientist Dr Ken Street on a quest through Central Asia to find ancient seeds whose genes may help save our food from the impact of climate change. Seed Hunter goes to air on 21 October 2009 at 8.30pm and was nominated for Best Science, Environment and Technology Documentary at the ATOM Awards 2008.
Birchip farmers feature in ABC's Four Corners 'Winds of Change' program
ABC's Four Corners program 'Winds of Change' aired Monday 17 March 2009 and tracked the shifting fortunes of five Birchip farming families as they face the vagaries of drought and the new reality of climate change. BCG's social research project, 'Critical Breaking Point', was also discussed. You can watch the program, read a transcript and view related reports on the ABC website
2007
ABC Landline repeats their story on BCG
ABC Landline repeated their story about BCG as part of their summer 'Best Of Series' on 28 January 2007. If you missed it...
2006
Listen to the ABC Radio National live broadcast from Birchip
If you missed hearing any of the interviews and live broadcasts by ABC Radio National's Bush Telegraph program, you can now listen to specific parts from the link on our Past Events page.
BCG featured on ABC Landline
ABC's Landline visited BCG in October, with their report going to air on 5 November 2006. Link to transcripts of the Landline reports.
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.
State government to support BCG with further drought initiatives
The Victorian Minister for Agriculture, Hon Bob Cameron, announced at the 2006 BCG Grains Research Expo a $50,000 grant to support further drought initiatives.
Minister Bob Cameron visits BCG
The Victorian Minister for Agriculture, Bob Cameron, visited the BCG for a seasonal update on 25 May 2006.
ABC Radio National listeners take on the wheat industry
In Bush Telegraph's 'With The Grain' project, listeners go online to make decisions that will affect the yield, profitability and soil health of a paddock owned and managed by Mallee wheat farmer John Ferrier.
2005
Premier Steve Bracks congratulates the BCG
"When you think about the BCG, there is one word that comes to mind always, and has come to mind ever since we've been in government, and that's the word 'innovation'." (Premier Steve Bracks).
2004
Sir Gustav Nossal & Dr Graham Mitchell at the BCG
Sir Gustav Nossal & Dr Graham Mitchell (DPI Chief Scientists) attended the Young Scientists Forum held at the BCG.
Governor of Victoria visits the BCG
The Governor of Victoria visited the BCG on 28 April 2004.