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Macadamia harvest aftermath blankets the northern New South Wales landscape in a rich, earthy panorama. Massive mounds of spent macadamia shells - deep brown and textured like volcanic rock - dominate the foreground, representing the agricultural byproduct of nut processing. Verdant tree lines frame the scene, creating a lush green backdrop against distant misty mountains, while several agricultural workers move purposefully across the middle ground, engaging in post-harvest land management. The shells, a critical component of sustainable agricultural practices, will likely be repurposed as mulch, compost, or biomass, highlighting the circular economic principles of modern farming. Soft spring sunlight bathes the landscape, casting gentle shadows and illuminating the textural contrast between the russet shell piles and the vibrant green pasture. This image captures the quintessential Australian agricultural ethos - resourcefulness, environmental stewardship, and the intricate relationship between crop production and land regeneration.