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A lone figure stands sentinel over a vast, parched paddock where a dense flock of merino sheep clusters together, their woolly forms creating a textural contrast against the dry, rocky ground. Overcast winter skies drift across the Riverland landscape, casting muted silver and grey tones that emphasize the harsh agricultural conditions. Wearing a black jacket and blue jeans, the individual surveys the livestock with a sense of quiet determination, embodying the resilience of women in agriculture who manage farms through challenging environmental conditions. The expansive South Australian property stretches to the horizon, with scattered trees and distant treelines breaking the flat, austere terrain. This powerful image captures the stark reality of drought - a moment of connection between a farmer and their flock, representing the emotional and physical endurance required in rural agricultural life. The scene speaks to the ongoing challenges of sheep farming in an increasingly unpredictable climate, where every animal represents both economic survival and a deep agricultural heritage.