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A weathered cotton farmer stands amid a vast, snow-white cotton field stretching to the horizon, his blue work shirt and wide-brimmed hat a stark contrast against the sea of fluffy bolls. Gnarled hands carefully select and harvest mature cotton, demonstrating decades of agricultural expertise in this quintessential Queensland landscape. The late afternoon light casts soft shadows across the rippling field, highlighting the intricate texture of open cotton bolls ready for picking. His methodical movements reflect the generational knowledge passed down through Australian agricultural traditions, capturing the quiet dignity of rural farming life. The expansive cotton plantation represents a critical moment in the seasonal cycle, where months of careful cultivation culminate in the harvest that will feed global textile and manufacturing supply chains. This image embodies the resilience, skill, and connection to land that define Australian cotton producers, showcasing the critical role of agricultural workers in feeding and clothing the world.