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A weathered farmer surveys his Merino flock grazing across a lush winter paddock in South Australia's southeast region, a testament to the complex phenomenon known as a "green drought". Bundled in a dark beanie and heavy jacket, he sits in his well-worn utility vehicle, hands resting on the steering wheel, contemplating the seemingly verdant landscape that masks underlying agricultural challenges. The pasture appears deceptively rich - a carpet of green masking the harsh environmental realities of persistent dry conditions. Merino sheep, their woolly coats a uniform palette of creamy whites and soft greys, cluster together across the expansive grassland, their presence a symbol of resilience in an unpredictable agricultural ecosystem. Soft winter sunlight filters through scattered clouds, casting a gentle luminescence over the scene and highlighting the textural contrast between the smooth vehicle interior and the rugged pastoral backdrop. This image captures a moment of quiet observation, where a lifetime of agricultural experience meets the uncertain rhythms of Australian farming.