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Merino wethers cluster across a vast, verdant paddock under a crisp winter sky, their woolly forms creating a textured landscape of grey and white. A weathered farmer in a burgundy vest and navy long sleeve stands beside a hay bale, carefully distributing supplementary feed during what appears to be a "green drought" - when pastures look lush but lack nutritional depth. The expansive South Australian landscape stretches to a distant treeline, creating a sense of profound agricultural resilience and careful stock management. Straw and dried grass form a textural foreground, highlighting the critical role of supplementary feeding in maintaining sheep condition during challenging seasonal conditions. The scene captures the quiet dedication of agricultural workers who meticulously care for their livestock, balancing the delicate ecosystem of grazing and feed management. Soft winter light bathes the scene, emphasizing the interconnected relationship between farmer, flock, and landscape in the broader narrative of Australian agricultural practice.