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A farmer stands vigilant in the lush winter pastures of South Australia's southeast region, preparing to drench a pen of Aussie White sheep. Wearing a blue long-sleeved shirt and cap, he carries a backpack sprayer, ready to administer crucial animal health treatment. The surrounding landscape tells a story of resilience - emerald green grass carpets the paddock, contrasting with the silvery-grey bark of ancient eucalyptus trees that provide scattered shade and windbreak. Sturdy metal sheep yards contain the flock, with smooth galvanized rails guiding the animals and facilitating careful management. Muscular white sheep cluster together, their woolly coats a testament to the farm's careful husbandry, even during what appears to be a 'green drought' - a period of minimal winter growth. The scene captures the quiet concentration of agricultural work, the connection between farmer and livestock, and the ongoing challenge of maintaining animal health in the dynamic Australian rural landscape.