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Merino sheep cluster densely in a circular wooden yard, their pristine white fleeces contrasting sharply against the rich brown earth and verdant green pastures of a South Australian winter landscape. A farmer stands quietly among the flock, positioned strategically to guide and draft the animals through the carefully designed yards, surrounded by mature eucalyptus trees casting long shadows across the paddock. The livestock handling area represents precision agricultural design, with multiple interconnected pens allowing controlled movement and selection of sheep, highlighting the sophisticated infrastructure of modern Australian sheep farming. Fluffy clouds drift across a brilliant blue sky, creating a sense of expansive rural tranquility that speaks to the resilience of agricultural communities during challenging seasonal conditions. The scene captures the essence of a green drought - where grasslands appear lush but water resources remain scarce - demonstrating the delicate balance farmers maintain between environmental constraints and productive livestock management. This aerial perspective reveals the intricate relationship between human skill, animal husbandry, and the challenging yet beautiful Australian agricultural landscape.