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Merino ewes cluster around a circular feed station, their silvery-white fleeces a stark contrast against the verdant pasture of a South Australian winter landscape. The lush green grass belies the underlying drought conditions, creating what farmers call a "green drought" - where the land appears fertile but lacks substantial moisture and nutrition. Weathered eucalyptus trees dot the undulating paddock, their gnarled branches reaching into a crisp blue sky scattered with wispy clouds, providing minimal shade for the flock. The metallic green feed wagon stands as a critical lifeline, its base filled with supplementary feed that sustains these resilient Merino sheep during challenging agricultural times. Shadows stretch long across the paddock, suggesting early morning or late afternoon light, emphasizing the delicate balance between survival and sustenance in the agricultural heartland of South East South Australia. Each sheep represents not just livestock, but the enduring spirit of rural farming communities adapting to unpredictable environmental conditions.