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Merino ewes cluster tightly in gleaming steel sheep yards, their dense, creamy fleece a testament to Western Australia's premium wool industry. A seasoned farmer in a crisp white shirt and patterned cap leans against the yard railings, carefully monitoring the flock with practiced expertise. The bright midday sunlight casts sharp shadows across the metal infrastructure, highlighting the textural contrast between the soft, rumpled wool and the clean lines of the agricultural setting. Each sheep displays the characteristic fine, tightly-packed fleece that makes Merino wool globally renowned for its quality and softness. The scene captures the precision and care inherent in modern sheep farming - a delicate balance of animal husbandry, technological infrastructure, and generations of agricultural knowledge. This image embodies the resilience and skill of women in agriculture, showcasing the critical role they play in managing complex livestock operations across Western Australia's expansive pastoral landscapes.