GRDC in Conversation: Angus Butterfield
Notas del episodio
Angus Butterfield is a Senior Research Agronomist with Birchip Cropping Group (BCG) in north-west Victoria. Originally from Melbourne, Angus found his way into agriculture through a combination of curiosity, opportunity and a growing interest in agronomy. Since joining BCG as a graduate, he has built experience across a wide range of research and extension projects, working alongside growers, researchers and industry partners throughout the Mallee, Wimmera and beyond.
In this conversation, Angus reflects on his journey into agriculture, the opportunities that come from working in a farming systems group, and the value of being closely connected to growers and the challenges they face. He shares insights into the diversity of projects underway at BCG, from weed management and herbicide resistance through to pulse production, crop establishment and farming systems research.
Angus also discusses the importance of innovation in agriculture, the role research plays in supporting grower decision-making, and why he remains optimistic about the future of the grains industry. From emerging technologies and new crop genetics to the next generation of agronomists, he highlights the opportunities that continue to shape Australian grain production.
This episode explores:
- How a Melbourne student found his way to Birchip and a career in agronomy
- Why working in a farming systems group accelerated Angus' learning and development
- The role BCG plays in connecting research with growers across north-west Victoria
- How growers in low-rainfall environments continue to innovate and adapt
- Current research into weed management, herbicide resistance and future control options
- The opportunities and challenges facing the next generation of agronomists
- What excites Angus most about the future of the Australian grains industry
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More information
Angus Butterfield, Birchip Cropping Group https://www.bcg.org.au/our-team/angus-butterfield/
https://groundcover.grdc.com.au/agronomy/soil-and-nutrition/trials-assess-the-benefits-of-vetch
GRDC in Conversation is a limited series GRDC Podcast. It features in-depth interviews with growers and other experts in the grains industry who share their expertise, knowledge and experiences by exploring their personal stories, history, influences and motivations. The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect the views of GRDC, the interviewees’ employer, institution or other associated parties.
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