Chabeli Thulo

Soil science and agriculture professional with experience spanning farm management, agricultural research, laboratory operations, environmental conservation and agricultural instruction. Holds a BSc in Soil Science and Resource Conservation and a Diploma in Agriculture. Brings practical exposure to soil analysis and management, soil fertility and conservation, laboratory sample preparation and testing, data recording, quality control, wildlife habitat monitoring and environmental compliance.

Most recently managed a mixed-livestock farm in Botswana from August 2024 to June 2026, overseeing day-to-day operations during a period of expansion in cattle, calves, pigs and birds. Also experienced in planning and delivering agricultural learning content.

Farm Manager at Sitale Farms (2024-08 – 2026-06)

• Managed the day-to-day operations of a mixed-livestock farm throughout a period of business and livestock expansion.
• Oversaw the farm during its development from a small-scale operation into a medium-sized farming enterprise.
• Supported the growth of livestock populations under management, including cattle, calves, pigs and birds.
• Coordinated farm operations and maintained overall responsibility for the effective running of the farm.

Conservation Officer (Volunteer) at Ministry of Forestry, Range and Soil Conservation (2022-01 – 2022-08)

• Monitored and protected wildlife habitats against destruction, pollution and other environmental threats.
• Investigated activities that could harm or disturb sensitive habitats and supported action on environmental violations.
• Monitored and investigated illegal hunting, poaching and other wildlife-related violations in line with applicable conservation requirements.
• Educated members of the public on wildlife conservation, responsible hunting and fishing practices, and wildlife management.
• Addressed pollution, illegal dumping and related environmental infractions while collaborating with regulatory and law-enforcement stakeholders.

Laboratory Technician (Volunteer) at Department of Agricultural Research (2021-05 – 2021-12)

• Collected, labelled, stored and prepared samples for laboratory analysis, including measuring, mixing, diluting and extracting substances as required.
• Operated and calibrated laboratory equipment and conducted experiments, tests and analyses in accordance with established protocols.
• Recorded observations and measurements accurately and analysed experimental data to support interpretation of results and identification of patterns.
• Implemented quality-control procedures and validated results to support accuracy, reliability and data integrity.
• Maintained laboratory reports, notebooks and electronic records and supported inventory management for chemicals, reagents, supplies and equipment.

Instructor at Roma Agri-business Training Center (2020-10 – 2021-02)

• Planned course content by developing topics, learning objectives and learning tasks.
• Delivered lessons through text, audio and video formats and provided supporting links and reading materials.
• Encouraged learner participation and promoted self-directed learning within an online learning environment.
• Facilitated discussions using recent examination questions and supported appropriate online learning conduct.

Laboratory Technician (Intern) at Department of Agricultural Research (2019-06 – 2019-08)

• Supported scientific investigations, experiments and controlled trials within an agricultural research environment.
• Collected, labelled, prepared and tested samples in accordance with laboratory requirements.
• Recorded and analysed data generated through experimental and laboratory activities.
• Assisted with the planning, setup and execution of controlled experiments and trials.

BSc in Soil Science and Resource Conservation – National University of Lesotho (2020)

Diploma in Agriculture – Lesotho Agricultural College (2016)