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A pristine flock of merino ewes stands resolute in the golden grasslands of New South Wales' Orana Region, their pure white fleeces gleaming against the sun-drenched pasture. The closely grouped sheep demonstrate the hallmarks of a carefully managed stud - each animal bearing a distinctive yellow ear tag, indicating systematic breeding and tracking. Soft, dense wool covers their muscular frames, a testament to generations of selective breeding for quality textile production and meat yield. Their alert expressions and uniform stance reflect the precision of modern regenerative farming practices, where animal welfare and landscape management intersect. The depth of field captures multiple layers of the flock, with some animals in sharp focus while others recede softly into the background, creating a sense of depth and movement across the undulating dry grassland. This image encapsulates the quiet resilience of Australian pastoral agriculture - a delicate balance of nature, science, and generational expertise that sustains both livestock and landscape.