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.
Join BCG’s James Nuttall and CSIRO’s Mel Fraser for a hands-on morning crop walk. Topics will include: Overview of soil amelioration treatments including deep ripping, spading and gypsum application. Trial walk and a closer look at four soil pits across different treatments Hands-on assessment of soil cores from different treatments at the site. Discussion around
Join BCG for a practical morning exploring soil amelioration, nutrition and farming systems research in the Mallee. The session will bring together results from local trials at Annuello and Manangatang, with plenty of opportunity for discussion and hands-on learning. Topics will include: Deep ripping and nutrition – results and learnings from the Sandy Soils II
Join BCG for a practical crop walk exploring pulse performance, soil acidity, herbicide interactions and seasonal crop management in the North Central region. Start at paddock on corner of McColl Rd & Tonkin Rd, Lockington VIC 3561 (enter via Tonkin Rd) 8.30am Welcome and site context Welcome and an introduction to the site with Ant
9 am–3 pm ACST Location TBC Hosted 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. The workshop will cover improving harvester capacity and efficiency, measuring and reducing grain losses, integrating harvest weed seed control options, managing
BCG's Main Field Day will be held on Wednesday 9 September at our Main Research Site at Birchip. The 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,
Join us for a practical workshop in the Terrick Terrick region focused on helping growers maximise harvest efficiency, reduce losses, and improve profitability. Hear from industry experts and fellow growers on the latest harvest innovations and practical strategies, including: Understanding harvest losses, how to measure them, and how to adjust your harvester to minimise
Save the date! More details to come. 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.
9 am–3 pm AEST Wheelhouse AGnVET, Bridgewater This free, full-day workshop will provide growers and harvester operators with an opportunity to learn from industry specialists and others in the region. The workshop will cover improving harvester capacity and efficiency, measuring and reducing grain losses, integrating harvest weed seed control options, managing productivity and economics, reducing
Save the date! Join us for BCG’s annual Chair’s Breakfast, a morning of connection, insight and inspiration during the heart of the season. Whether you’re navigating the season with confidence or challenge, this event is a chance to pause, reflect and think about the bigger picture – from succession and team alignment to strategy and
Save the date! Your favourite event is back! BCG is proud to present the 2027 BCG Farmer Network Ball! Following three consecutive sold-out events, the fourth annual formal evening has once again demonstrated the strength, energy and connection within our regional agricultural community. Featuring live music, outstanding food and a thought-provoking panel discussion, the ball
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