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Aerial Agricultural Defoliation: Cotton Field Preparation Twin agricultural aircraft sweep low across expansive Queensland cotton fields, releasing precise plumes of defoliant to prepare the crop for harvest. The meticulously planted rows stretch horizontally, creating a geometric landscape of soft earth tones and subtle textural variations. Precision agricultural technology is on full display as the planes navigate mere meters above the field, their synchronized spray patterns creating a misty veil across the mature cotton crop. Dense eucalyptus woodland frames the background, providing a rich green contrast to the silvery-grey field. The watermarked "Al Mabin" branding suggests this is the work of a renowned Australian agricultural photographer capturing the critical late-season process of cotton crop management. The image encapsulates the technical sophistication and strategic planning inherent in modern broad-acre farming, highlighting the intricate dance between technology, natural environment, and agricultural productivity.