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Cattle crowd together in a spacious feedlot near Goondiwindi, Queensland, seeking respite under expansive shade sails during the intense summer heat. A vibrant herd of mixed breeds - predominantly black and rich chestnut-colored cattle - stand closely packed within meticulously maintained metal livestock pens. Yellow ear tags punctuate their diverse coats, marking each animal with a unique identifier. In the background, a robust blue truck and a yellow front-end loader indicate ongoing farm maintenance, with a pile of manure suggesting recent pen cleaning operations. The landscape stretches out in muted earth tones, with a clear blue sky overhead creating a stark contrast to the dusty feedlot environment. This scene captures the precision and systematic approach of modern Australian cattle management, where animal welfare, efficient infrastructure, and strategic environmental design converge to support large-scale livestock production.