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Merino rams cluster on a verdant winter pasture in South Australia's Southeast Region, their woolly forms creating a stark contrast against the lush green landscape. Golden hay bales punctuate the foreground, offering critical sustenance during a green drought – a deceptive period when grasslands appear fertile but lack sufficient nutritional value for livestock. The flock stands resolute, thick fleeces protecting them from the crisp winter air, their muscular bodies testament to generations of careful breeding. Weathered paddock stones and scattered vegetation underscore the challenging agricultural environment, while the expansive sky speaks to the region's wide-open agricultural landscapes. These Merino rams represent the resilience of South Australian farmers, adapting to unpredictable seasonal conditions with strategic feeding and livestock management. The scene captures a moment of pastoral endurance, where agricultural expertise and animal husbandry intersect beneath an endless blue horizon.