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Steely blue winter skies stretch above a stark Mallee Region cattle paddock, where black Angus cattle cluster around a golden straw hay bale. A farmer in a charcoal quilted vest and navy cap methodically moves through the herd, carefully managing feed distribution with a blue handling rope. The dry, dusty ground and strategic hay feeding reveal the challenging conditions of a South Australian winter drought, highlighting the resilience of both livestock and agricultural workers. Sturdy metal livestock panels create a structured backdrop, defining the feeding area and providing containment for the cattle. The scene captures the raw essence of rural agricultural practice - a moment of careful stock management where every bale of hay represents survival and strategic farming. The image powerfully communicates the ongoing challenges of livestock management in harsh agricultural landscapes, with the farmer's deliberate movements demonstrating the skill and commitment required to sustain herds through difficult seasonal conditions.