Stories of resilience
Birchip Cropping Crop has launched the second generation of ‘Over the Fence’ — a book exploring drought resilience from farmers’ perspectives.
Farmers participated in a series of weekly interviews, which were compiled for the publication.
Victoria Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub north-west node leader Grace Hosking said the book was one of the cropping group’s initiatives with the Victorian drought hub.
“BCG is proud to present the second generation of Over the Fence viewed through the lens of drought resilience,” she said.
“The series seeks to capture pearls of wisdom derived from lived experiences, share information and inspire innovative approaches to proactive risk mitigation.
“Additionally, the series puts a spotlight on the diverse business profiles thriving in the region, showcasing the resilience and adaptability of our local communities.
“BCG thanks all interviewees for their selfless participation in Over the Fence and the photographers who captured the magnificence of the landscape and people of north-west Victoria.”
‘Over the Fence’ first occurred in 2005 and 2006 when BCG compiled a series of weekly interviews and engaged farmers and individuals working within the industry, to facilitate discussions on various topics.
The series, initiated during drought, aimed to foster connections among people and share information.
In 2023, BCG supported farmers through the Federal Government Future Drought Fund initiative.
The fund provided a platform for localised consultation, planning and project trial opportunities, forming crucial partnerships with grower groups such as BCG to enhance drought resilience.
‘Over the Fence’ is free and people can access a copy by calling the BCG office on 5492 2787.