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Merino lambs huddle tightly in metal livestock yards during a mild South Australian winter, their pale woolly coats creating a dense, textured landscape of soft grays and whites. A farmer in a knitted beanie and orange high-visibility vest stands above the mob, carefully counting and recording details using a handheld device - a critical moment of stock management during the annual lamb marking season. The surrounding paddock reveals a classic southeastern agricultural landscape, with scattered eucalyptus trees and lush green pasture suggesting a temporary reprieve from drought conditions. Young lambs with pink ears and delicate faces crowd together, their collective body heat and proximity reflecting both vulnerability and resilience of livestock farming. The metallic yard panels provide structure and containment, while the soft natural light highlights the subtle variations in the lambs' fleece colors and the weathered rural setting. This image captures the methodical, data-driven approach of modern Australian agricultural practice, where technology and traditional farming techniques merge to manage livestock with precision and care.