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SUMMARY:Harvester Set-Up Workshop: Stewarton (Dookie area)
DESCRIPTION:Local growers\, farm employees\, advisors and industry are invited to join us for a free harvester workshop to share practices and hear from the experts on harvest loss reduction\, harvest weed seed control and prevention of harvester fires. \nThis 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. \nClick here for a downloadable PDF of the event flyer for distribution. \nHarvester Setup Clinic Dookie\n\nThis project is funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation. \n \n 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/harvester-set-up-clinic-dookie/
LOCATION:Gall Farming\, 549 Love Road\, Stewarton\, VIC\, 3725\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240925T083000
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SUMMARY:Harvester Set-Up Workshop: Blighty
DESCRIPTION:Maximise harvest efficiency by minimising harvest losses\, reduce grain damage\, manage weed seeds and return more profit per hectare through the economic optimisation of harvester set up including harvest weed seed control.\nThe forums will deliver to attendees\, practical\, interactive content to enable attendees to minimise harvester losses and optimise economic harvester performance including the optimisation of HWSC techniques. \nClick here to register. \n\n    
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/harvester-set-up-workshop-blighty/
LOCATION:75 Pyles Rd\, Blighty NSW 2713\, 75 Pyles Rd\, Blighty\, New South Wales\, 2713\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240924T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20240528T023757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T051656Z
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SUMMARY:Harvester Set-Up Workshop: Catumnal (Boort area)
DESCRIPTION:Local growers\, farm employees\, advisors and industry are invited to join us for a free harvester workshop to share practices and hear from the experts on harvest loss reduction\, harvest weed seed control and prevention of harvester fires. \nThis 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. \nClick here for a downloadable PDF of the event flyer for distribution. \nHarvester Setup Clinic Boort\n\nThis project is funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation. \n \n 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/harvester-set-up-clinic-boort/
LOCATION:Catumnal Farm\, 1100 Boort-Wycheproof Road\, Catumnal\, VIC\, 3537\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
GEO:-36.0688863;143.6150075
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240918T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20240709T231744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T011209Z
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SUMMARY:Wimmera Crop Walk
DESCRIPTION:Wimmera Crop Walk to be held at Murra Warra. \nJoin BCG and Ag Vic for the Wimmera Crop Walk to discuss the latest in canola establishment\, seeder set-up\, spray technologies and pulse research. \nThis is a free event. Bacon & egg breakfast from 8:30am.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/wimmera-crop-walk/
LOCATION:Murra Warra\, Corner Kings Rd and Hermans Rd\, Murra Warra\, VIC\, 3401\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
GEO:-36.4700754;142.2727879
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240911T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20231030T221643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T010032Z
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SUMMARY:BCG Main Field Day
DESCRIPTION:The BCG Main Field Day is on Wednesday the 11th of September. The event offers growers and advisors the latest in local agronomic research including disease management\, new varieties\, new herbicide technology\, nutrition and farming systems. \nEntry is free for BCG members. To become a member or for more information visit Become a BCG Member or call the office on 03 5492 2787. \nIf you are a BCG member\, please log in to access your free tickets and purchase meal addons. \nMFD Program\nThis project received funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/bcg-main-field-day/
LOCATION:BCG Main Site 2024\, 196 Nullawil North Road\, Nullawil\, Victoria\, 3529\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240904T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20240515T001804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T001534Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Mallee Crop Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-season crop tour in Walpeup and discover the latest nitrogen management research in the Northern Mallee\, new wheat and barley varieties\, pulse agronomy and more. \nHosted by BCG with support from Agriculture Victoria\, the crop walk will visit the MC14 long-term trial\, and one of five national Pulse Agronomy trials. \nThe event begins at BCG’s Walpeup Hub research site at Bailey Rd\, Walpeup\, and attendees will drive to MC14 and Pulse research sites. \nThe event is free with lunch to follow. Please register for catering purposes. \nNth Mallee Crop Walk
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/northern-mallee-crop-walk/
LOCATION:Walpeup Hub\, Bailey Road\, Walpeup\, Victoria\, 3507\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Crop Walks
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GEO:35° 7'35.36"S;141°57'56.64"E
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240828T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240828T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:North Central Crop Walk
DESCRIPTION:Location: Bendigo-Pyramid Rd\, Mitiamo (5km west of Mitiamo) \nDate: Wed 28 August\, 10am-12.30pm \nFree BBQ lunch and optional crop drive \nLearn more about: \n\nFodder rotations\nGrazing cereals\nPulse agronomy\nDisease management
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/north-central-crop-walk/
LOCATION:Bendigo-Pyramid Rd\, Mitiamo\, Bendigo-Pyramid Road\, Mitiamo\, Loddon Shire\, 3573\, Australia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240726
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SUMMARY:Innovation Generation Conference
DESCRIPTION:BCG are providing 10 FREE tickets to people in agriculture aged 18-35 to attend the Innovation Generation conference on the Gold Coast! \nOver two jam-packed days and three nights\, the 17th annual Innovation Generation conference is set to be one of the best yet. Attendees will hear from leading speakers across many interactive sessions and come away with new connections with other young growers and ag professionals. \nThe two day program will delve into a diversity of topics\, covering all things succession planning\, farm safety\, supply chains\, research and commodity markets\, ag tech\, digital transformation and innovation. This is a conference you don’t want to miss. \nRead the full program here and express interest below to join us on the sunny Gold Coast! \n\nPlease complete this form to apply for 1 of 10 free tickets (valued at $473) to the Innovation Generation conference on the Gold Coast. \nPLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS HAVE NOW CLOSED.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/innovation-generation-conference/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Surfer’s Paradise\, 2807 Gold Coast Hwy\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, 4217\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240702T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240702T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20240612T005711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T230757Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Safety Walk
DESCRIPTION:Changes you can make to keep your farm and your people safe  \n📅 Tuesday July 2 \n🕓 9:30am-11:30am \n📌 https://maps.app.goo.gl/h4nDq4Bj3wME8ist9 \n🍞 BBQ lunch provided \n\nCome along to BCG’s Farm Safety Walk and gain motivation to implement safer practices on-farm with simple approaches to improving safety in the machinery shed\, chemical shed\, shearing shed and around silos. \nLearn how to establish basic policies and systems\, plus hear a local grower share insights on effective communication strategies for conversations around safety\, why their family prioritises safety on-farm\, how they have implemented safer farming practices and the benefits that follow as a result. \n\n   
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/farm-safety-walk/
LOCATION:Brim\, Corner of Lah Angle Rd and Lah East Rd\, Lah\, VIC\, 3393\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
GEO:-36.1290542;142.4270523
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240614T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20240515T000240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T011405Z
UID:10000039-1718366400-1718370000@www.bcg.org.au
SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Impacts on Soil Erosion- Cover Cropping and Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Free online webinar: impacts on soil erosion- cover cropping and grazing \nDate: Friday June 14 \nTime: 12-1pm (AEST) \nPlease register here. \n\nThis free webinar will cover the following topics: \nDr. Yolanda Plowman- Senior Research Manager\, BCG \n\nMitigating soil erosion and building drought resilience of vulnerable soils\n\nDr. Mark Farrell- Principal Research Scientist\, CSIRO \n\nCover cropping\, the effects on productivity\, and making the right management decisions\n\nAlison Frischke- Project Manager in Research & Extension\, BCG \n\nManaging grazing for better soil outcomes\n\n \n\nThis project is supported by the Mallee Catchment Management Authority\, through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund. \n 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/impacts-on-soil-erosion-cover-cropping-and-grazing/
LOCATION:Victoria
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240410T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20231217T215044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T005655Z
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SUMMARY:Seeder Demonstration Day
DESCRIPTION:Successful crop establishment is crucial to success of the crop for the season… \n  \nJoin BCG in a day looking to unpack seeder performance and how to set your crop up for success. Topics to be covered include: \n\nSeeder and air cart setup and performance\nSeed Bed Utilisation – fertiliser toxicity\, key considerations\nCrop establishment fundamentals\nManaging residue\, current research and making the most of opportunities\nFinancial considerations -balancing costs with outcomes\n\nBCG will be joined by industry experts to discuss how to make the most of this seeding season. \nPresenters include:\nBrett Asphar – specialist in air cart setup and will discuss fundamentals of seeder bar function \nDan Toohey (Planfarm Advisory) – financial consideration in seeding equipment\, modify\, upgrade or improve outcomes with what you have – what is crop establishment really costing you? \nKelly Angel (BCG) and Ash Wallace (Ag Vic.) – Crop establishment fundamentals\, what does the research say? \nDiscussion from local farmers and participants \n  \nA selection of local farmer seeding setups of different ages will be on display and discussed. \nProject Activities Funded by GRDC \nFor further information or if you would like input into the day contact Kelly Angel (BCG) 0427 564 507 \n  \nCONTINGENCY PLAN IN PLACE FOR BAD WEATHER/UNSUITABLE PADDOCK CONDITIONS – Fundamentals covered in suitable location (farm shed)\, working demonstration will drop from program. Details will be provided if this needs to occur to registered attendees. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/seeder-demonstration-day-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Seeder Demo Day\, Corner Kings Rd and Hermans Rd\, Murra Warra\, Vic\, 3401\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Field Days,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240325T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240325T173000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20240320T002324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T002324Z
UID:10000037-1711377000-1711387800@www.bcg.org.au
SUMMARY:Managing vulnerable soils (paddock walks and soil pits) - Ouyen
DESCRIPTION:Following the completion of BCG’s project ‘Building drought resilience of vulnerable soils in low rainfall cropping and grazing systems’\, we invite you to join Dr Yolanda Plowman\, Senior Research Manager to discuss the results. \nYolanda will share the findings from the Managing Vulnerable Soils project\, alongside soil expert Dr Cassandra Schefe from AgriSci. \n \nAt the event\, hosted by Agriculture Victoria and Mallee Sustainable Farming\, we will examine a soil pit and explore results and observations from these sites which look at the value of using bentonite clay and compost for soil improvement. \nFree lunch will be provided. \nPlease visit the Agriculture Victoria website to register.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/managing-vulnerable-soils-paddock-walks-and-soil-pits-ouyen/
LOCATION:Corner of Calder Highway Ouyen and Chapman Road\, Ouyen\, Victoria\, 3490\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Crop Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
GEO:-34.930639;142.309629
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240322T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20240306T033734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T032438Z
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SUMMARY:Buloke Young Farmer Network: Machinery Investment Principles
DESCRIPTION:Location: Royal Hotel\, Sea Lake (beer garden) \nDate: Friday 22nd March\, 6pm \nFree event\, with pub meal provided. RSVP essential \nGain valuable information to help guide your machinery investment decisions\, with Daniel Toohey\, Planfarm. \nThis event is part of the BCG Young Farmer Network.\nYoung Farmer = youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business. \nThis project is supported by the Vic Drought Hub’s North West Node\, the Buloke Shire Council\, and the GRDC RiskWi$e intiative. \n… \nA bit of background\, BCG currently operates five Young Farmer Network groups: Buloke\, Quambatook\, Loddon\, West Wimmera\, and Yarriambiack/Hindmarsh. We aim to bring forth events for young farmers\, to provide with them educational opportunities and assist in furthering their knowledge in the industry\, whilst providing a sense of community and a social outlet. \nThe Young Farmer Network Ball will operate as an annual event\, alternating regions each year. \nIf you live outside of the existing five groups and aren’t affiliated with BCG\, you can still come along and be involved! Our Young Farmer Network is inclusive and open to all. You don’t have to consider yourself young or a farmer to be involved\, as it is simply aimed at the youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business\, or those interested in the agricultural industry. \nThis is a free network that does not require membership\, but you can still register your interest and stay up to date with upcoming events by contacting the office on (03) 5492 2787\, or info@bcg.org.au.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/buloke-young-farmer-network-machinery-investment-principles/
LOCATION:Royal Hotel\, Sea Lake\, 74 Best Street\, Sea Lake\, VIC\, 3533\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240321T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240321T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:Quambatook/Loddon Young Farmer Network: Nutrien Ag Solutions\, Boort Sprayer Day
DESCRIPTION:Through the BCG Young Farmer Network\, BCG invites Loddon and Quambatook region farmers to attend the Sprayer Day\, held by Nutrien Ag Solutions\, Boort. \nThe event will include a session on new spray technologies\, as well as a presentation from Planfarm Advisory’s Dan Toohey about machinery investment. Nutrien Ag Solutions will also provide a pre-season agronomic update. \n \nIf you are interested in attending\, please RSVP below or contact the BCG office directly on (03) 5492 2787 to arrange registration. \nA barbecue lunch is provided for attendees. \n… \nA bit of background\, BCG currently operates five Young Farmer Network groups: Buloke\, Quambatook\, Loddon\, West Wimmera\, and Yarriambiack/Hindmarsh. We aim to bring forth events for young farmers\, to provide with them educational opportunities and assist in furthering their knowledge in the industry\, whilst providing a sense of community and a social outlet. \nThe Young Farmer Network Ball will operate as an annual event\, alternating regions each year. \nIf you live outside of the existing five groups and aren’t affiliated with BCG\, you can still come along and be involved! Our Young Farmer Network is inclusive and open to all. You don’t have to consider yourself young or a farmer to be involved\, as it is simply aimed at the youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business\, or those interested in the agricultural industry. \nThis is a free network that does not require membership\, but you can still register your interest and stay up to date with upcoming events by contacting the office on (03) 5492 2787\, or info@bcg.org.au.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/quambatook-loddon-young-farmer-network-nutrien-ag-solutions-boort-sprayer-day/
LOCATION:Lake Meran
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:Yarriambiack/Hindmarsh Young Farmer Network: Machinery Investment Principles
DESCRIPTION:Location: Creekside Hotel\, Warracknabeal \nDate: Wednesday 20th March\, 6pm \nFree event\, with pub meal provided. RSVP essential \nGain valuable information to help guide your machinery investment decisions\, with Daniel Toohey\, Planfarm and have all your questions answered by Western Ag agronomist\, Spencer Weir leading in to sowing. \nThis event is part of the BCG Young Farmer Network.\nYoung Farmer = youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business. \nThis project is supported by the Vic Drought Hub’s North West Node\, the Yarriambiack and Hindmarsh Shire Councils\, and the GRDC RiskWi$e intiative. \n… \nA bit of background\, BCG currently operates five Young Farmer Network groups: Buloke\, Quambatook\, Loddon\, West Wimmera\, and Yarriambiack/Hindmarsh. We aim to bring forth events for young farmers\, to provide with them educational opportunities and assist in furthering their knowledge in the industry\, whilst providing a sense of community and a social outlet. \nThe Young Farmer Network Ball will operate as an annual event\, alternating regions each year. \nIf you live outside of the existing five groups and aren’t affiliated with BCG\, you can still come along and be involved! Our Young Farmer Network is inclusive and open to all. You don’t have to consider yourself young or a farmer to be involved\, as it is simply aimed at the youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business\, or those interested in the agricultural industry. \nThis is a free network that does not require membership\, but you can still register your interest and stay up to date with upcoming events by contacting the office on (03) 5492 2787\, or info@bcg.org.au.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/yarriambiack-hindmarsh-young-farmer-network-machinery-investment-principles/
LOCATION:Creekside Hotel\, 4 Scott St\, Warracknabeal\, Vic\, 3393\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240320T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:West Wimmera Young Farmer Network: Partners in Ag Optimising Spray Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Through the BCG Young Farmer Network\, BCG will be covering the $50 cost of attendance at the workshop for West Wimmera growers. \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact the BCG office directly on (03) 5492 2787 to arrange registration. \nSpray Workshop Flier\n… \nA bit of background\, BCG currently operates five Young Farmer Network groups: Buloke\, Quambatook\, Loddon\, West Wimmera\, and Yarriambiack/Hindmarsh. We aim to bring forth events for young farmers\, to provide with them educational opportunities and assist in furthering their knowledge in the industry\, whilst providing a sense of community and a social outlet. \nThe Young Farmer Network Ball will operate as an annual event\, alternating regions each year. \nIf you live outside of the existing five groups and aren’t affiliated with BCG\, you can still come along and be involved! Our Young Farmer Network is inclusive and open to all. You don’t have to consider yourself young or a farmer to be involved\, as it is simply aimed at the youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business\, or those interested in the agricultural industry. \nThis is a free network that does not require membership\, but you can still register your interest and stay up to date with upcoming events by contacting the office on (03) 5492 2787\, or info@bcg.org.au.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/west-wimmera-young-farmer-network-partners-in-ag-optimising-spray-application-workshop/
LOCATION:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240315T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240315T233000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:Young Farmer Network Ball
DESCRIPTION:EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Bus tickets are closed online\, but there are still limited bus seats available. Please call Demi Taylor on 0436 009 906 before 3pm Friday March 15 if you require one (after this point\, tickets will close).  \nIf you missed out on a ticket\, please refer to the ticket resale page on Facebook (https://fb.me/e/2RFBfpy50) or contact the BCG office & we will do our best to accommodate. \n  \nBCG are proud to present our Young Farmer Network Ball.  \nJoin us for a night of dancing & entertainment\, delicious food & drinks\, and even better company. \nDate: Friday March 15\, 2024\nTime: 6:30pm- 11:30pm\nLocation: Bridgewater Hotel (2 Main Street\, Bridgewater on Loddon)\nDress Code: Strictly formal\, or optional black tie\nTickets: $70pp \nDon’t be fooled by the name\, you don’t need to consider yourself young or a farmer to attend. Come solo and meet some new friends\, or bring a group and dance the night away. Everyone 18+ is welcome. We can’t wait to see you there! \nTickets include champagne on arrival\, drinks sponsored by Nutrien Ag Solutions Boort\, canapes and entertainment throughout the evening\, professional photographs by Laura Hoye Photography\, and a Young Farmer Network stubby holder. \nPlease advise of any dietary requirements or ticket name changes. Tickets are non-refundable. \nAccommodation \nWe encourage you to book a room for the night so you can continue to enjoy the region the next day. We have partnered with some local accommodation providers to bring you discounted rates for the night:  \nBridgewater Caravan Park- offering 10% off powered sites. Please use code ‘farmer’ when booking. \nInglewood Motel- offering a discounted rate if you call up to book\, and mention ‘BCG Young Farmer Network Ball’. \nThere are also plenty of accommodation options along the three bus routes. \nTransport \nReturn bus transport is available for $30. \nBus 1: BOOKED OUT Birchip to Bridgewater\, departing from 5:30pm with stops in Wycheproof\, Charlton\, Wedderburn\, and Inglewood. \nBus 2: Boort to Bridgewater\, departing at 5pm with stops in Durham Ox\, Bears Lagoon\, and Serpentine. \nBus 3: Bendigo to Bridgewater\, departing at 5:45pm with stops in Maiden Gully\, Marong and Derby. \nRegistered attendees will be contacted to advise of pick up and drop off locations and exact arrival times closer to the event. \nDress Code \nThe dress code is strictly formal\, or optional black tie. \nThis means a suit or tuxedo\, a cocktail dress or gown. \nEntertainment \nNutrien Ag Solution Boort Happy Hour entertainment will be provided by Mallee acoustic duo\, Taina & Talei Brooks\, followed by an evening of music with all the classics from local band ‘The Shorts’. \nAttendance \nAnyone 18+ is invited to attend! This is an opportunity to bring our rural communities together\, so the ball is open to farmers and their friends\, partners\, family and employees\, as well as industry and community. \nPlease don’t be discouraged to attend if you don’t consider yourself ‘young’ or a ‘farmer’. Our Young Farmer Network events are simply targeted at the youngest active generation on farm (regardless of age)\, but are open to everyone from farmers\, those working in the agricultural industry\, or those with an interest to learn more and socialise with like-minded people. \n \nThe Young Farmer Network Ball is proudly supported by the North West Node of the Vic Hub and the Loddon Shire Council. \nYFN Ball Poster\n—————— \nA bit of background\, BCG currently operates five Young Farmer Network groups: Buloke\, Quambatook\, Loddon\, West Wimmera\, and Yarriambiack/Hindmarsh. We aim to bring forth events for young farmers\, to provide with them educational opportunities and assist in furthering their knowledge in the industry\, whilst providing a sense of community and a social outlet. \nThe Young Farmer Network Ball will operate as an annual event\, alternating regions each year. \nIf you live outside of the existing five groups and aren’t affiliated with BCG\, you can still come along and be involved! Our Young Farmer Network is inclusive and open to all. You don’t have to consider yourself young or a farmer to be involved\, as it is simply aimed at the youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business\, or those interested in the agricultural industry. \nThis is a free network that does not require membership\, but you can still register your interest and stay up to date with upcoming events by contacting the office on (03) 5492 2787\, or info@bcg.org.au. \n 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/young-farmer-network-ball/
LOCATION:Bridgewater Hotel\, 2 Main Street\, Bridgewater on Loddon\, VIC\, 3516\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Young Farmer Network
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240223T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:BCG Trials Review Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Members’ only BCG Trials Review Day to discuss the latest topics related to your farming business\, hear from local researchers and farmers and catch up farmers\, agronomists and industry representatives from across the region. \nBecome a BCG Member by  visiting bcg.org.au/memberships/ or by calling the office on (03) 5492 2787.  \nTrials Review Day and the 2023 Season Research Results compendium are both free for members.  \nFree entry includes morning tea\, lunch and afternoon refreshments. Bottled water\, soft drink and instant coffee and tea will also be available as well as a water cart where you can fill up your water bottle if you bring one. Please note there will NOT be a coffee van this year. \nThis project received funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/bcg-trials-review-day/
LOCATION:TBC\, Victoria|Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231221T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20231204T013703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T035357Z
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SUMMARY:BCG Members' Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited! \nCelebrate your year with other members and the BCG team at the BCG Christmas Party\, 6pm Thursday 21 December\, 2023\, Birchip Community Leisure Centre. \n6pm start with a light meal and refreshments provided. \nPlease register by Monday 18 December. \nFor more information\, please contact the BCG Office 03 5492 2787 or info@bcg.org.au.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/bcg-members-christmas-party/
LOCATION:TBC\, Victoria|Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231026T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231026T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:Wallup Crop Walk
DESCRIPTION:Wallup Crop Walk \nDate: Thursday October 26\nTime: 9:30am- 11:30am\nLocation: Wallup (Corner of Geodetic Rd and Borung Hwy\, Wallup. https://maps.app.goo.gl/wCndKw2xUiyxnKoq7) \nJoin Dr. Yolanda Plowman and Thomas Jones of BCG to visit and discuss the following trials: \n\nCanola Establishment Trial\nFarming Systems Trial\nFrost Trials\n\nA light lunch will be provided at 11:30am. Please advise of any dietary requirements by contacting Demi Taylor on 0436 009 906. \nThis is a free event\, all welcome.\nRegistrations required. Please register online\, or call the BCG Office on (03) 5492 2787. \nCanola Establishment Crop Walk (Document (A4)) (2)
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/canola-establishment-crop-walk-wallup/
LOCATION:Wallup 2023 Trial Site\, corner Geodetic Rd and Borung Hwy\, Wallup\, Victoria\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231020T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231020T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20231010T044008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T022939Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Harvest Day
DESCRIPTION:Are your staff harvest ready? \nFarmers\, employees\, farm machinery operators and anyone with an interest in pre-harvest preparations are invited to BCG’s harvest pre-start information day. \n  \nJoin industry experts and local farmers for demonstrations and discussions surrounding: \n-Safe header\, chaser bin and tractor operations \n-In paddock storage (mother bins\, silo bags\, field bins) \n-Fire preparedness and response \n-Ensuring your truck road ready with NHVR \n-Fatigue management & basic first aid \n-Employee & employer obligations \n  \n**Full program with speakers coming soon** \n  \nTime: 10am-3:30pm \nLocation: 400 Murdoch Rd\, Kooloonong \n$20 per person. Registrations essential. \nCatering provided. Please contact Demi Taylor 0n 0436 009 906 with any dietary requirements. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/pre-harvest-day/
LOCATION:400 Murdoch Road\, Kooloonong VIC 3549
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231010T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:(CANCELLED) Pre-harvest Grain Marketing & Storage Info Session (West Wimmera/Yarriambiack/Hindmarsh)
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: UNFORTUNATELY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED\nWest Wimmera & Yarriambiack/Hindmarsh Young Farmer Network\n  \nLocation: Peppercorn Cafe\, Warracknabeal \nDate: Tuesday 10th October\, 11am \nFree event\, with pub meal provided. RSVP essential \nGain valuable information to help guide your storage and marketing decisions approaching harvest. \nIndustry experts Chris Warrick (Grain Storage Australia) and Peter Sidley (ADM Trading) will be in attendance to answer all your questions surrounding: \n\nPre & post harvest sales\nHarvest window sales\nMonitoring storage equipment\nGrain quality\nPrice trends\nNew tech in grain storage\n\nThis event is part of the BCG Young Farmer Network.\nYoung Farmer = youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/pre-harvest-grain-marketing-storage-info-session-west-wimmera-yarriambiack-hindmarsh/
LOCATION:Peppercorn Cafe\, Warracknabeal
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231009T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20230928T022840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T022927Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-harvest Grain Marketing & Storage Info Session (Buloke)
DESCRIPTION:Buloke Young Farmer Network\n  \nLocation: Birchip Hotel \nDate: Monday 9th October\, 5pm \nFree event\, with pub meal provided. RSVP essential \nGain valuable information to help guide your storage and marketing decisions approaching harvest. \nIndustry experts Chris Warrick (Grain Storage Australia) and Peter Sidley (ADM Trading) will be in attendance to answer all your questions surrounding: \n\nPre & post harvest sales\nHarvest window sales\nMonitoring storage equipment\nGrain quality\nPrice trends\nNew tech in grain storage\n\nThis event is part of the BCG Young Farmer Network.\nYoung Farmer = youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/pre-harvest-grain-marketing-storage-info-session/
LOCATION:Birchip Hotel
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231009T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231009T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20230928T022049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T022917Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-harvest Grain Marketing & Storage Info Session (Quambatook/Loddon)
DESCRIPTION:Quambatook/Loddon Young Farmer Network\n  \nLocation: Four Posts Hotel\, Jarklin \nDate: Monday 9th October\, 12pm \nFree event\, with pub lunch provided. RSVP essential \nGain valuable information to help guide your storage and marketing decisions approaching harvest. \nIndustry experts Chris Warrick (Grain Storage Australia) and Peter Sidley (ADM Trading) will be in attendance to answer all your questions surrounding: \n\nPre & post harvest sales\nHarvest window sales\nMonitoring storage equipment\nGrain quality\nPrice trends\nNew tech in grain storage\n\nThis event is part of the BCG Young Farmer Network.\nYoung Farmer = youngest active generation on farm with desire to progress their business. \n 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/pre-harvest-grain-marketing-storage-information-session/
LOCATION:Four Posts Hotel\, Jarklin
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231005T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231005T100000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20230919T015946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T022915Z
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SUMMARY:BCG Chair's Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:CSIRO’s Director of Agriculture and Food\, Dr Michael Robertson will speak at BCG’s Chair’s Breakfast on Thursday 5 October at the BCG Boardroom. His presentation\, ‘Breakthrough science shaping the future of agriculture‘\, will provide CSIRO’s vision for food and agriculture and how it applies to local farmers and rural communities.   \nStarting at 8am\, this event offers attendees the opportunity to hear an inspiring guest speaker\, enjoy breakfast and meet with friends and colleagues before work. \nThe event is free. Online registration is essential. Visit www.bcg.org.au/events today to secure your place or call the BCG office on (03) 5492 2787.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/bcg-chairs-breakfast/
LOCATION:BCG Office\, 73 Cumming Avenue\, Birchip\, VIC\, 3483
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230927T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20230810T031640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T022912Z
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SUMMARY:Southern Pulse Agronomy Mallee Field Day- Woomelang
DESCRIPTION:Southern Mallee Pulse Agronomy Field Day \nCome along to this free event and visit the hub site to hear about: \n\nLentil\, Chickpea\, Field Pea and Faba Bean varieties and agronomy\nDisease management options combining improved resistance\, fungicides and agronomy\nNew herbicide tolerance traits\nMarketing options in pulses\n\nFull program below. Registrations required. \nPlease note\, we will convoy to Woomelang for a catered lunch at the Traveller’s Rest at 12:30pm. \nContact Demi Taylor on 0436 009 906 with any queries or dietary requirements.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/southern-pulse-agronomy-mallee-field-day-woomelang/
LOCATION:Southern Pulse Agronomy Mallee\, Hopetoun-Sea Lake Rd\, Woomelang\, VIC\, 3485
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230919T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20230810T031640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T040733Z
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SUMMARY:Harvester Set Up Workshop - St Arnaud
DESCRIPTION:Grain growers are invited to participate in one of a series of 2023 GRDC Harvester Workshops to be held in the lead-up to harvest 2023. \nHear from industry experts and local growers on the integration of harvest weed seed control (HWSC) options\, harvester fire prevention\, accurate measurement/management of harvest losses and harvest storage. \nThe workshop hosted in VIC by Birchip Cropping Group will bring together harvester specialists\, industry experts and researchers to discuss preventable harvester grain losses and how to measure these\, improvements in efficiency and output\, methods of harvest weed seed control (HWSC)\, the prevention of harvester fires and calibrating harvester technology. \nPROGRAM \n\nUnderstanding the impact of harvest loss\, how to measure it\, how to change your harvester to reduce losses\, grain storage.\nHWSC latest information\, sharing how to set-up for effective HWSC using mills systems (iHSD\, Seed Terminator\, SCU) chaff decks & chaff lining.\nReducing the risk of harvester fires.\nImproving harvester capacity and efficiency.\nManaging Harvest operations\, productivity\, and economics.\n\nPresenters include: \n\nMurray Skayman – Harvest Specialist (International)\nBen White – Kondinin Group\nBrett Asphar – Harvest Specialist\nKassie van der Westerhuizen – Harvest Specialist\nPeter Broley – Primary Sales\nChris Warrick – Grain Storage Specialist\n\nPROGRAM DETAILS TO BE UPDATED ONCE CONFIRMED
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/harvester-set-up-forum-st-arnaud/
LOCATION:Harvester Workshop St Arnaud\, Corner of Moana Rd and Cossens Rd\, Traynors Lagoon\, St Arnaud\, VIC\, 3478\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230918T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:Kooloonong Crop Drive: Decreasing Risks on Sandy Soils
DESCRIPTION:Kooloonong Crop Drive: Decreasing Risks on Sandy Soils \nDiscuss strategies for mitigating soil erosion\, such as deep ripping\, groundcover\, and sowing rates\, and also managing seeps on sandy soils. \nMonday 18th September\, 11am-3pm. \nMeet at the Natya Fire Shed at 11am (Natya CFA\, Bolton-Natya Rd\, Natya VIC 3597. -34.95733365489571\, 143.22762111103577) \nThis is a free event with morning tea and a BBQ lunch provided. \n  \nSpeakers include: \nRob Sonogan\, Mallee Agronomy Legend \nMicheal Moodie\, Frontier Farming Systems \nYolanda Plowman\, BCG \n \n 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/kooloonong-crop-drive-decreasing-risks-on-sandy-soils/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Crop Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230918T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
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SUMMARY:GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop - Hopetoun
DESCRIPTION:Grain growers are invited to participate in one of a series of 2023 GRDC Harvester Workshops to be held in the lead-up to harvest 2023. \nHear from industry experts and local growers on the integration of harvest weed seed control (HWSC) options\, harvester fire prevention\, accurate measurement/management of harvest losses and harvest storage. \nThe workshop hosted in VIC by Birchip Cropping Group will bring together harvester specialists\, industry experts and researchers to discuss preventable harvester grain losses and how to measure these\, improvements in efficiency and output\, methods of harvest weed seed control (HWSC)\, the prevention of harvester fires and calibrating harvester technology. \nPROGRAM \n\nUnderstanding the impact of harvest loss\, how to measure it\, how to change your harvester to reduce losses\, grain storage.\nHWSC latest information\, sharing how to set-up for effective HWSC using mills systems (iHSD\, Seed Terminator\, SCU) chaff decks & chaff lining.\nReducing the risk of harvester fires.\nImproving harvester capacity and efficiency.\nManaging Harvest operations\, productivity\, and economics\n\nPresenters include: \n\nMurray Skayman – Harvest Specialist (International)\nBen White – Kondinin Group\nBrett Asphar – Harvest Specialist\nKassie van der Westerhuizen – Harvest Specialist\nPeter Broley – Primary Sales\nChris Warrick – Grain Storage Specialist\n\nPROGRAM DETAILS TO BE UPDATED ONCE CONFIRMED
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/grdc-harvester-set-up-forum-hopetoun-2/
LOCATION:Hopetoun Harvest Workshop\, 1659 Hopetoun-Yaapeet Rd\, Hopetoun\, Vic\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230913T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T200741
CREATED:20230810T031640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T042918Z
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SUMMARY:BCG Main Field Day
DESCRIPTION:The BCG Main Field Day is on Wednesday the 13th of September. The event offers growers and advisors the latest in local agronomic research including disease management\, new varieties\, new herbicide technology\, nutrition and farming systems. \nGates open at 8.30am with coffees available onsite upon arrival & catering from lunch until close. \nParking is available on the northern side of the Kinnabulla West Rd\, opposite the main site. Parking attendants will direct you upon arrival. Please follow all signs. \nIn the interest of farm biosecurity\, we encourage all attendees to ensure their vehicles and footwear are free of soil before visiting the site. \nThis event is free for BCG members and $50 for non-members. To become a member\, visit bcg.org.au For more information on becoming a member or regarding the field day call (03) 5492 2787. \n2023 BCG Main Field Day Program
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/bcg-main-field-day-2/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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