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Moody winter light filters across a South Australian cattle paddock where a herd of black Angus weaners cluster around a hay feeding trough. Clustered tightly, the young cattle bear blue ear tags, indicating careful livestock management, their dark coats contrasting against the sparse, dusty feedlot ground. A farmer in a charcoal jacket and beanie stands sentinel, observing the herd with a quiet, attentive stance that speaks to the rhythms of agricultural life during a challenging season. Sparse eucalyptus trees dot the background pasture, which shows signs of drought stress - the ground bare and compacted, grass sparse and faded. A lone horse peers in from the left side of the frame, adding another layer to this tableau of rural resilience. The image captures the essential work of cattle farmers - providing sustenance and care during difficult environmental conditions, a testament to the adaptive spirit of Australian agriculture.