Birchip Cropping Group (BCG) has been announced as a Finalist in the Regional Development Victoria Leadership and Innovation Award, part of the Community Achievement Awards for 2023.
The Community Achievement Awards started in 2002 and are designed to encourage, acknowledge and reward the valuable contributions that individuals, communities and businesses make throughout Victoria. These awards aim to recognise their success and achievements, which contribute to making Victoria a better place.
BCG has been a pioneering force in farmer-driven agricultural research, development, and extension in North West Victoria for 31 years. Their 22-member team in a small community has empowered farmers to adopt cutting-edge technologies and practices, making their farming systems among the world’s most productive and sustainable. BCG has led the way in building resilience against drought as the north-west node of the Victorian Drought Hub. Their establishment of a Young Farmer Network signals the next generation’s thirst for knowledge and support. BCG’s legacy extends to their ongoing transformation of the farming community and their instrumental role in advancing agricultural innovation.
The finalists will be presented and winners announced at an Awards Gala Presentation Dinner to be held at the Hotel Sofitel Melbourne on Collins on Friday evening 1st December 2023.
All finalists will go into the People’s Choice Award, which is run through the Community Achievement Awards for Victoria Facebook page. The winner in each category will be announced at the Awards Gala Presentation Dinner.
For further information about our other finalists or purchasing tickets, please contact the awards office on 03 9720 1638.
