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Golden light bathes the drought-stricken pastures of South Australia's southeast region, casting long shadows across a weathered landscape where a herd of Merino sheep graze on the last vestiges of winter grass. A farmer in a dark jacket and cap surveys the flock from the vantage point of a rugged Toyota Landcruiser, his silhouette etched against the dramatic sunset sky. The cloudscape speaks of harsh conditions - deep blue-grey clouds contrasting with the warm amber horizon, a visual metaphor for the resilience of agricultural life in challenging environments. The Merino rams stand clustered together, their woolly coats a testament to generations of breeding for survival in unforgiving terrain. Each animal represents not just livestock, but a critical part of the agricultural ecosystem, surviving and searching for sustenance in a landscape that demands strength and adaptability. The late afternoon light transforms the scene into a canvas of silvery greens and burnished golds, highlighting the subtle textures of fleece, grass, and distant treelines. This image captures a moment of quiet determination - a farmer watching over his flock, a timeless ritual of care and survival in the Australian agricultural landscape, where every sunset brings the promise of endurance and hope.