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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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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240315T183000
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231009T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T172517
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231009T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231009T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T172517
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231005T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231005T100000
DTSTAMP:20260419T172517
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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
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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
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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:20260419T172517
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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/
CATEGORIES:Crop Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230918T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T172517
CREATED:20230810T031640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T041102Z
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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:20260419T172517
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/
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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ORGANIZER;CN="Birchip Cropping Group":MAILTO:info@bcg.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230905T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T172517
CREATED:20230810T031640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T050332Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Amelioration Day
DESCRIPTION:Join BCG and Ag Vic to discuss the treatments set up in a paddock near Arapiles and the intended outcomes of the soil amelioration practices. \nEvent to include: \n\nSoil pit’s to look at what is happening in the soil profile\nLook through the treatments of surface and deep ripped applications of Gypsum\, manure and composts\nDiscuss with experts about key outcomes from the research.\n\nFurther details to come…
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/soil-amelioration-day/
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230831T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230831T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T172517
CREATED:20230810T031640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T050401Z
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SUMMARY:Pyramid Hill Crop Walk - Cereal and Pulse trials
DESCRIPTION:Join BCG for a morning looking at the trials being delivered in the Pyramid Hill area \n\nCereal Disease Trials – wheat and barley\nLentil and Field Pea variety trials\nLentil and Field Pea end use and rotational benefits – year 1\nPulse Disease Management\nPulse Marketing\n\nFurther details to be provided…
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/pyramid-hill-crop-walk-cereal-and-pulse-trials/
CATEGORIES:Crop Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230823T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230823T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T172517
CREATED:20230810T031641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T044726Z
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SUMMARY:Feed Budgeting Workshop - Wycheproof
DESCRIPTION:Jess Revell\, Rumenate Livestock Services will present a practical workshop on feed budgeting for sheep producers\, to help you make timely grazing management and livestock feeding decisions\, improving your business productivity and profitability. \nTopics for Discussion: \n\nMeeting the nutritional requirements of livestock classes\nMeasuring pasture quality and quantity\nLearn to use industry tools and calculators to develop a feed budget\nCompare the cost and nutrient value of common feeds for supplementing and full rations\nPrepare for seasonal variability.\n\nLunch Provided\, please note dietary requirements when booking. \nBook Tickets \nFLYER-Feed-budgeting-workshop-WYCHE-23-AUG-Ag-Vic
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/feed-budgeting-workshop-wycheproof/
LOCATION:Wycheproof Golf Club\, Calder Highway\, Wycheproof\, Victoria\, 3414\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230816T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T172517
CREATED:20230810T031641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T050750Z
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SUMMARY:Industry Day Crop Walk - Kinnabulla
DESCRIPTION:Come along and hear the latest updates on products recently launched or near launch to get the most out of them when applying to commercial situations. \nThe following businesses will be on site to discuss fit of products in the system: \n\nUPL – Devrinol mixes\, Sylas ST\, emerging pre-em product discussion\nAGT/Sipcam – Titan AX Barley and grass control\, use of Aggressor herbicide\, volunteer management considerations\nBASF – Liberty Link (LL) canola systems\nBayer – Pre and post em herbicide matrix\, fenceline spray options – Alion\nADAMA – Tenet post emergent herbicide mixes\nSarah Rich (CSIRO) – Long coleoptile wheat demonstration\n\nTarget Audience: Advisors and interested growers. \nBCG-Industry-Day-2023-1
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/industry-day-crop-walk-kinnabulla/
LOCATION:Industry Day Site 2023\, Crosbie Rd\, Kinnabulla\, VIC\, 3483
CATEGORIES:Crop Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230814T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230814T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T172517
CREATED:20230810T031641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T045018Z
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SUMMARY:Groundcover and Vetch Agronomy Crop Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join BCG to discuss groundcover management on vulnerable mallee soils. \nKey areas of discussion include managing vulnerable soils using vetch and bentonite and water holding capacity: impact on crop establishment\, biomass and ground cover.  \nSpeakers include: \n\nStuart Nagel- SARDI\nDarryl Pearl- Agriculture Victoria\nYolanda Plowman- Birchip Cropping Group\nAngus Butterfield- Birchip Cropping Group\n\nMonday 14th August\, 10am – 12:30pm. Starting 3.8km west on Wood road\, Ouyen. \nLunch provided- please contact the office on (03) 5492 2787 with any dietary requirements. Free event.
URL:https://www.bcg.org.au/event/mcma-groundcover-and-vetch-agronomy-crop-walk/
LOCATION:MCMA Groundcover Site\, 37GP+HQJ\, Ouyen\, Vic\, 3490\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Crop Walks
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