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Golden light bathes a lush pasture in South Australia's southeast, capturing a vast flock of Merino sheep grazing during the golden hour of a winter sunset. The landscape glows with an ethereal green - a phenomenon known as a "green drought" where grasslands appear verdant despite challenging agricultural conditions. Hundreds of woolly Merino sheep cluster tightly across the undulating paddock, their dense fleeces catching the warm backlighting and creating a textural sea of soft cream and ivory tones. Silhouetted gum trees frame the horizon, casting long shadows across the meticulously fenced rural landscape, highlighting the careful management of this agricultural ecosystem. The scene epitomizes the resilience of Australian sheep farming, where even in potentially marginal conditions, careful stock management and strategic grazing can maintain productive landscapes. This luminous image captures the delicate balance between agricultural practice and natural beauty, showcasing the Merino breed's adaptability and the stunning environmental conditions of rural South Australia.