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SUMMARY:North Central Crop Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join BCG for a practical crop walk exploring pulse performance\, soil acidity\, herbicide interactions and seasonal crop management in the North Central region. \nStart at paddock on corner of McColl Rd & Tonkin Rd\, Lockington VIC 3561 (enter via Tonkin Rd) \n8.30am Welcome and site context  \nWelcome and an introduction to the site with Ant Lees and BCG.  \n8.45am Canola and wheat NVT  \nWalk through the canola and wheat National Variety Trial sites\, comparing variety performance under local seasonal conditions. Discuss differences in establishment\, growth\, disease and yield potential\, and what to consider when making variety decisions for the season ahead.  \n9.05am Travel to second site  \nAddress: -36.370509083548136\, 144.56792581649506  \nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/9ooKUQV5iFVuCYYW6  \n9.20am Pulses on acid soils  \nDig up pulse plants to assess root development and nodulation\, and use pH test strips to explore soil acidity across the site. Discuss how low pH can affect nodulation\, nutrient availability and pulse performance\, and what the trial is showing about the response to lime.  \n9.40am Lime and soil amelioration  \nCompare spaded and spaded + lime treatments and discuss how incorporating lime through the soil profile can address subsurface acidity. Look at differences in crop establishment\, rooting and performance\, and consider where amelioration strategies may fit within local farming systems.  \n10.00am Pre-emergent herbicides  \nWalk through the pre-emergent herbicide matrix and compare crop response across treatments. Discuss how soil amelioration\, including spading and lime incorporation\, can change herbicide behaviour and what this could mean for crop safety\, weed control and herbicide decisions following soil renovation.  \n10.15am Morning tea  \n10.30am Vetch time of sowing  \nCompare vetch established at different sowing times\, with a focus on the early-sown treatments. Discuss the trade-offs between sowing date\, biomass production\, crop development and hay potential\, and what growers should consider when targeting high-yielding vetch hay.  \n10.50am C4Milk – Murray Dairy  \nDiscuss opportunities to produce high-quality feed\, make use of summer rainfall and improve the availability of home-grown forage for livestock\, alongside the practical considerations for managing continuous forage cropping.  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/north-central-crop-walk-3/
LOCATION:Corner of McColl Rd & Tonkin Rd\, Lockington VIC 3561 (enter via Tonkin Rd)
CATEGORIES:Crop Walks
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SUMMARY:GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop - Kadina
DESCRIPTION:9 am–3 pm ACST\nLocation: Kadina Showgrounds. Please enter from Agery Rd. \nHosted by Northern Sustainable Soils\, this free\, full-day workshop will provide growers and harvester operators with an opportunity to learn from industry specialists and others in the region. \nThe workshop will cover improving harvester capacity and efficiency\, measuring and reducing grain losses\, integrating harvest weed seed control options\, managing productivity and economics\, reducing the risk of harvester fires\, and on-farm grain storage. \nCatering will be provided. Registration is essential. \nPlease BYO chair. \nThis project is funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/grdc-harvester-set-up-workshop-kadina/
LOCATION:Kadina Showgrounds\, Agery Road\, Kadina\, South Australia\, 5554
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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 $60 (get your tickets below).\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\n\n_______________________________________________________________ \nThe site is located in Curyo\, closest to the intersection of Lehmann rd and Curyo W road \nClick the map below to see directions. \n \nProgram \nClick on the image below to enlarge. \n \n  \nThis project is supported by the Vic Drought Hub as part of the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund. 
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/bcgs-main-field-day-2026/
LOCATION:-35.867366\, 142.663047
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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SUMMARY:GRDC Harvester Set Up - Terrick Terrick
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a practical workshop in the Terrick Terrick region focused on helping growers maximise harvest efficiency\, reduce losses\, and improve profitability. \nHear from industry experts and fellow growers on the latest harvest innovations and practical strategies\, including: \n\nUnderstanding harvest losses\, how to measure them\, and how to adjust your harvester to minimise grain loss.\nThe latest information on Harvest Weed Seed Control (HWSC)\, including effective setup and operation of mill systems (iHSD\, Seed Terminator and SCU)\, chaff decks\, and chaff lining.\nReducing the risk of harvester fires.\nImproving harvester capacity and efficiency.\nManaging harvest operations to boost productivity and profitability.\nOn-farm grain storage considerations.\n\nThis is a free event\, with catering provided. \nThis project is funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC).
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/grdc-harvester-set-up-echuca/
LOCATION:148 Knight rd\, terrick terrick east\, 148 Knight Rd\, Terrick Terrick East\, VIC\, 3573\, Australia
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SUMMARY:GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop - Ultima
DESCRIPTION:Held 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. \nLocated on Grey rd\, on Peter and Tony Donohue’s property. \nLocation: https://maps.app.goo.gl/quQZ5JbifgjxdjW58 \nThis project is funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/grdc-harvester-set-up-workshop-ultima/
LOCATION:VIC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
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SUMMARY:GRDC Harvester Set Up Workshop - Bridgewater
DESCRIPTION:9 am–3 pm AEST\nWheelhouse AGnVET\, Bridgewater \nThis free\, full-day workshop will provide growers and harvester operators with an opportunity to learn from industry specialists and others in the region. \nThe workshop will cover improving harvester capacity and efficiency\, measuring and reducing grain losses\, integrating harvest weed seed control options\, managing productivity and economics\, reducing the risk of harvester fires\, and on-farm grain storage. \nCatering will be provided. Registration is essential. \nThis project is funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/grdc-harvester-set-up-workshop-bridgewater/
LOCATION:VIC
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