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Sun-drenched pastures of South Australia's southeast stretch beneath a crisp winter sky, where a weathered green feed wagon stands sentinel amid a flock of robust Merino sheep. Silvery-white ewes graze and cluster around the mobile feeder, their woolly coats gleaming against the vibrant green landscape dotted with scattered eucalyptus trees. The undulating paddock reveals a classic pastoral scene of agricultural resilience, capturing what farmers call a "green drought" - when grasslands appear lush but lack sufficient nutritional depth for livestock. Shadows lengthen across the grasslands, casting long silhouettes of sheep and trees, highlighting the strategic placement of the feed wagon as a critical support for the flock during challenging seasonal conditions. Wispy clouds drift across a deep azure sky, creating a sense of expansive tranquility that speaks to the enduring spirit of Australian agricultural landscapes. The scene embodies the careful balance of livestock management, where farmers leverage innovative feeding strategies to maintain flock health during marginal environmental conditions.