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SUMMARY:Grain marketing in volatile times
DESCRIPTION:Join farmers from across the region at an informative and interactive workshop to learn the fundamentals of grain marketing and how they can be applied in your own business. To support this\, BCG are hosting a free workshop\, ‘Grain marketing in volatile times’ on Tuesday 28 July at Horsham Golf Club\, Horsham.  \nJoe Boyle from Bendigo Bank will guide attendees through a current market outlook\, followed by Ed Scamps and Darren Arney from CloudBreak Grain Marketing who will share insights into the challenges currently facing growers and highlight opportunities to support a profitable 2026/27 grain marketing season. Topics will include:  \n\nThe drivers of current market volatility\, are these opportunities and how to take advantage? \n\n\nwhat market leading indicators to look for to assist in selling your grain at an optimum price\, \n\n\nstrategies to ‘open up the grain marketing window’ to achieve higher prices\, \n\n\nhow to identify\, and understand\, the ‘one percenters’ that can improve the bottom line such as grade spreads\, parcelling grain\, contract optimisation\, and dealing with off spec grain; and \n\n\nseasonality\, don’t swim against the tide. Understand the four key periods to market lentils. \n\nThis event is part of a series of workshops supported by the GRDC RiskWi$e initiative\, which aims to build growers’ skills and confidence in making sound financial decisions in an increasingly volatile operating environment.   \n_______________________________________________________________________________________________ \nRiskWi$e is a 5-year\, $30 million national initiative (2023–2028) aimed at helping Australian grain growers navigate increasing levels of risk from weather variability and price volatility. By improving understanding of the risk-reward relationships in on-farm management decisions\, RiskWi$e supports growers in making informed\, confident choices that maximise rewards and minimise potential losses. \nRiskWi$e is conducted in partnership with grower groups\, 6 action research group leads\, research/extension partners\, CSIRO and the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC). BCG is leading RiskWi$e work on the ‘Decision Making & Machinery Investment Workshop. Find out more at www.bcg.org.au. 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/grain-marketing-in-volatile-times/
LOCATION:Horsham Golf Club\, 304 Golf Course Rd\, Horsham\, VIC\, 3401\, Australia
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SUMMARY:BCG's Main Field Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:BCG’s Main Field Day will be held on Wednesday 9 September at our Main Research Site at Birchip. \nThe Main Field Day is our flagship event\, showcasing the latest in local agronomic research. Each year\, it draws growers\, advisors\, and industry professionals together to explore advances in crop management\, weed control\, soil nutrition\, new varieties\, and farming systems. \nAttendees can expect: \n\nHands-on field demonstrations and guided trial tours\nExpert presentations from BCG staff\, researchers and industry\nFocused discussions on disease control\, herbicide innovation\, yield optimisation\, and environmental resilience\n\nThe event offers both practical insights and strategic perspectives to assist farmers as they navigate evolving conditions and market expectations. \nAttendee information\n\nEntry is free for BCG members; non-members tickets are $50. If you are a BCG member\, please log in to claim your free tickets.\nWe encourage the purchasing of tickets before the event to streamline your experience on the day\n\n\nWhat to expect on the day\n\nThe day starts at 8:30am and coffee will be available onsite\nTrial tours led by researchers and agronomy specialists\nNetworking opportunities to connect with peers and industry reps\nLatest agronomic research specific to Wimmera-Mallee farming systems\n\n\nWhy should you attend?\n\nDiscover the latest in varieties\, weed control\, nitrogen management and more\nMeet with agronomists\, researchers\, industry representatives and other farmers\nGain tools to adapt practices that improve your farm’s profitability
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/bcgs-main-field-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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SUMMARY:GRDC Harvester Set Up - Echuca
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! More details to come. \nHeld in the Echuca region\, this workshop will provide attendees an opportunity to learn from others in their region about improving harvester capacity and efficiency\, reducing and measuring harvester losses\, integrating harvest weed seed control options\, productivity and economics\, reducing harvest fires and risks\, and on-farm grain storage. \nThis is a free event with catering provided on the day. \nThis project is funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/grdc-harvester-set-up-echuca/
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SUMMARY:GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop - Ultima
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! More details to come. \nHeld in the Ultima region\, this workshop will provide attendees an opportunity to learn from others in their region about improving harvester capacity and efficiency\, reducing and measuring harvester losses\, integrating harvest weed seed control options\, productivity and economics\, reducing harvest fires and risks\, and on-farm grain storage. \nThis is a free event with catering provided on the day. \nThis project is funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/grdc-harvester-set-up-workshop-ultima/
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