05/26/2026
Our International Year of the Woman Farmer series continues with another SPOTLIGHT!
Today we are shining the spotlight on Melissa Thibaudier from Pickmick Farms in Delta, BC, Canada. Melissa wears many hats such as mother of 2, licensed veterinary technician, as well as co-owner and manager of Pickmick farms.
Melissa manages 900 head of dairy cattle, including 450 milking cows, while also overseeing treatments, breeding, pregnancy diagnosis, and ultrasound work – including lung ultrasounds on calves. Her incredibly strong work ethic is what enables her to balance raising a family alongside her husband, while still providing exceptional care for her herd. She also takes time out of her busy schedule to mentor young female vet tech students, training and encouraging the next generation of women in agriculture.
Melissa’s leadership goes beyond her own farm. When flooding impacted a nearby dairy, she welcomed cows from their operation and cared for them as if they were her own.
Committed to continuous learning, Melissa received her ultrasounding license several years ago, attended an Alta Dairy Manager School, and most recently completed the November 2025 AltaU session. Additionally, last year Melisssa was awarded Bronze in the Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council Repro Awards for her excellence in dairy reproduction management!
Melissa is an outstanding individual and a powerful example of women shaping the dairy industry!
