AgriSphere Fund's
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Shaun Thomson 

Founder & Owner — AgriSphere Fund

call +64 274 168 015                                 

email shaun@agrispherefund.com 

web www.agrispherefund.com
 

Experienced Agricultural Entrepreneur & Project Manager

Shaun Thomson is a seasoned agricultural professional with deep, hands-on experience across farm management, construction, and regenerative land development. He is the founder of AgriSphere Fund, a global platform for regenerative dairy and land transformation — built on Shaun’s proven ability to deliver high-quality outcomes in challenging environments.

Shaun’s career has spanned dairy conversions, infrastructure builds, value-added processing, and livestock operations. His practical know-how is paired with a strong vision for future farming — rooted in sustainability, systems thinking, and organic principles.

From managing entire farm operations to overseeing construction projects, Shaun brings a unique blend of technical ability, project management, and entrepreneurial drive. His regenerative mindset and ability to "think outside the box" have helped him pioneer low-input, high-output farming systems that regenerate soil, lower cost structures, and deliver real cashflow from day one.

He is also a devoted husband and father, bringing integrity, humility and balance to all aspects of life and work.

Work History

Managing Director, Dairy Farm Operations (2019–Present)

• Converted a traditional farm shed into a dairy parlour and on-farm processing facility (MPI compliant) using recycled materials

• Developed and marketed a line of high-value dairy products

• Led all operations: herd management, budgeting, pricing, sales, and client relationship development
  
  

Self-Employed Builder & Contractor (2013–2018)

• Delivered residential renovations, extensions, and decking projects

• Hands-on builder with expertise in structural work and repurposing materials
  
  

Self-Employed Farmer (2010–2013)

• Leased and operated a mixed livestock grazing and cropping farm

• Managed stock trading, lamb fattening, and bull grazing operations
  
  

Farm Conversion Manager, Dairy (2008–2009)

• Oversaw full dairy conversion project, including infrastructure installation, staff onboarding, and milk production startup
  
  

Sub-Contracted Builder (2004–2008)

• Worked on a wide range of commercial and residential building sites
  
  

Early Farming Experience (1996–2004)

• Began dairy work at 13; by age 19, was contract milking full herds

• Moved between farms to broaden experience and refine best practices
  
  

Core Strengths & Skills

• Leadership & farm operations management

• Construction, project oversight, and farm engineering

• Budgeting, sales strategy, and value chain design

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving

• Expert in quality control and low-input systems

• Passionate about regenerative and organic agriculture

• 15+ years in dairy farming, including 5 farm conversions
  
  

Shaun brings unmatched depth, resilience, and foresight to agricultural development — with the vision and work ethic to regenerate land, build teams, and create profitable, sustainable outcomes.