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Burnished gold stubble stretches across the paddock as a bright red Kubota tractor methodically rakes late summer hay beneath a soft, cloud-mottled Queensland sky. The robust agricultural machine moves with precision along the field's edge, its red and white striped safety markers gleaming against the dry, textured landscape. Adjacent to the working tractor, a vibrant green forage sorghum crop stands in sharp contrast, revealing the agricultural mosaic of the regional farming landscape. The late afternoon light casts a warm glow across the expansive rural scene, highlighting the rhythmic lines of harvested ground and the lush green crop waiting its turn. This image captures the essence of Queensland's agricultural heartland - a testament to the meticulous work of farmers managing their land through seasonal transitions. The raking process represents a critical moment in hay production, where carefully managed crop cycles demonstrate the intricate balance of agricultural productivity and environmental stewardship.