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A cluster of jet-black piglets explores a sun-drenched paddock near Heathcote, Victoria, their dark bodies contrasting against golden dry grass and weathered silvery log fragments. Two young children sit perched on an old fallen tree trunk, watching the free-range porcine family with quiet curiosity, embodying the connection between rural childhood and agricultural life. The sparse landscape reveals a green metal shed in the background and scattered granite boulders, typical of the central Victorian terrain, suggesting late summer or early autumn when grasslands turn crisp and pale. These heritage breed piglets, likely rare black pigs prized for artisan meat production, root and wander through their open pasture environment, demonstrating a contemporary approach to ethical animal husbandry. Soft clouds drift across a pale blue sky, casting gentle light over the scene and highlighting the textural richness of the farm landscape - from the rough-hewn log to the bristly pig hair and dry grassland. The image captures a moment of pastoral tranquility, where agricultural practice meets childhood wonder, showcasing the next generation's potential connection to farming.