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Holstein-Friesian dairy calves rest comfortably on golden straw bedding within a modern livestock shelter, their distinctive black and white patched coats creating a striking visual pattern. Precise yellow ear tags indicate individual identification, reflecting meticulous farm management practices typical of progressive Australian dairy operations. The calves appear young and healthy, nestled closely together on thick, clean wheat straw that provides insulation and comfort, demonstrating best practice animal husbandry techniques. Soft natural light filters through the shelter's structural framework, highlighting the crisp white and deep black fur markings of these future milk production animals. Each calf wears a numbered tag, suggesting systematic tracking and care in this carefully managed dairy environment. The scene captures the careful balance of agricultural science and animal welfare in contemporary Australian dairy farming, where young livestock are nurtured with precision and compassion.