Increase your knowledge and connect with other farmers, researchers and industry representatives at one of BCG’s events. Our calendar includes flagship events like Trials Review Day and Main Field day but also specialist workshops, webinars and seminars with content that is timely, technical, topical and ready for your farming business.
Farm succession can be complex, emotional and sometimes uncertain. To support farming families in navigating this process, BCG is hosting a Succession Planning Workshop as part of GRDC’s RiskWi$e initiative. 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 12🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM📍 Location: Birchip Community Leisure Centre This workshop offers practical discussions and expert insights to
BCG are proud to present the 2025 Young Farmer Network Ball, proudly supported by FRRR and the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund! The second annual formal event for the BCG Young Farmer Network follows a highly successful sold-out event in 2024. Get in quick, this night is not one to be missed! Featuring live music
Facilitated by Royce Pitchford (Pinion Advisory), this workshop will provide growers with the tools and knowledge to assess farm performance and improve financial literacy for better decision-making. The session will incorporate a model farm representative of an average Southern Mallee farm business, helping participants apply key concepts and compare performance metrics in a relatable, hands-on
This is a two part workshop to help growers navigate key financial decisions related to farm expansion and machinery investment. Participants can attend either session or stay for the full day. Facilitated by Royce Pitchford (Pinion Advisory), this workshop will explore the pros and cons of leasing, purchasing, and share farming as strategies for business
Join us at 12pm on Thursday 15 May for a live Q&A discussion on canola establishment in a challenging start to the season. This informal webinar is designed for growers and advisors who are navigating variable emergence, marginal moisture, and early crop recovery. While re-sowing isn’t front of mind for most just yet, it’s a
New Venue: Woodstock Hall 1240 Newbridge Rd, Woodstock on Loddon Inspect small farm small farm dams project site and learn about on farm water assessments and water planning with Adam Buzza, Land Management Officer, Agriculture Victoria, Clem Sturmfels, Land Management Officer, Agriculture Victoria and Alison Frischke, Project Manager Extension and Research, Birchip Cropping Group.
Join us at Birchip for a paddock session to explore soil compaction and deep ripping as a tool to alleviate constraints, as part of our four-year paddock-scale stubble management project. When: Wednesday 25 June, 9:00am - 11:00am Where: Foott's silos, Sunraysia Highway, 4km west of Birchip The discussion will cover the paddock history, strategies to
Join us at Berrwillock for a paddock session to explore dryland salinity and scalds, and management strategies as part of our four-year paddock-scale stubble management project. When: Wednesday 25 June, 12:30m - 2:30pm Where: Drury Rd, Berriwillock (see map pin below for precise location) The discussion will cover the paddock history, strategies to overcome this
Join us at Kooloonong for a season and soil discussion as part of our four-year paddock-scale stubble management project. When: Thursday 26 June, 9:00am - 12:00pm Where: Larkin Rd, 4km south of Kooloonong The discussion will cover: The season so far Overview of local paddock constraints and management strategies implemented to increase production Mallee seeps,
The BCG Ag Tech Expo is a hands-on, practical event for farmers, advisors and ag industry professionals who are curious about the latest tools and technologies shaping modern agriculture. When: 8:30am - 3:00pm, Wednesday 16 July Where: Charlton Park, Calder Hwy, Charlton VIC 3525 The Expo brings together a range of machinery, tech and data-driven solutions,
Join us on Sunday 10 August - Monday 11 August for a Melbourne study tour designed to equip early career growers with knowledge on the supply chain beyond the farm gate, as well as an opportunity to network and socialise with other young farmers! This unique experience offers the chance to explore the grain and hay
Join us for BCG’s annual Chair’s Breakfast, a morning of connection, insight and inspiration during the heart of the season. This year we’re thrilled to welcome Jim Gall, CEO of RB Sellars, as our keynote speaker. With roots in family farming and a career built on authenticity, leadership and brand-building, Jim brings a powerful message
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