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A weathered farmer stands amid a sea of woolly merino lambs, his attention focused on a leather-bound notebook while surrounded by the lush green pastures of South Australia's southeast region. The early winter light casts a soft glow across the paddock, revealing a verdant landscape that hints at a green drought - deceptively fertile ground belying the underlying agricultural challenges. Sturdy metal yards contain the flock of young lambs, their woolly coats a uniform creamy white against the silvery fence rails and scattered eucalyptus trees in the background. The farmer's hands, rough and sun-weathered, carefully document details of lamb marking, a critical process of livestock management that speaks to the meticulous record-keeping essential in modern agricultural practice. His weathered jacket and concentrated pose capture the quiet intensity of farm work - a moment of careful observation and strategic planning in the midst of a thriving pastoral scene. The image encapsulates the delicate balance of agricultural life - a blend of nature's unpredictability and human expertise.