Our Team

Nicky is director and co-founder of Pick's Organic Farm, Nicky started the business in 1999 with her cousin Tim (Tim sadly passed away in 2019). Having young children at the time of starting the business and wanting to give them the best start in life, as well as the love of the British countryside was the motivation to start Picks Organic. These values and Nicky’s passion for organic farming and animal welfare are still as strong today.

Paul came to join the Pick's team in 2004 as a delivery driver. Paul is now the market manager and sorts out all the logistics; he was instrumental in the farm starting doing markets in London. He really gets involved in all aspects of the business and he skills are pretty diverse - he is a keen foodie and was key to developing our award-winning sausage recipes. His contribution is far wider than that - whether he is repairing the market infrastructure or even the market vans, building poultry housing or mowing the hay even - no job is too big for Paul. Paul does markets in London at the weekends and regularly stands at Balham and Victoria Park.

Ryan has grown up with mud on his boots and the rhythm of farm life in his bones. From a young age, he was a regular fixture around the farm and at markets, lending a hand wherever needed and learning the ropes the hands-on way.

In his late teens, Ryan pursued a successful career as an electrician, but the pull of the land – and the stability that comes with becoming a new father – brought him back to his roots. Now at the helm of the farming operation, Ryan manages the day-to-day running of the farm, tackling everything from livestock care to machinery repairs and the endless list of jobs that keep the place ticking.

Committed, capable, and grounded in the values of the farm, Ryan ensures that the heart of Pick’s continues to beat strongly.

Rachel first joined Pick’s at weekends, bringing with her a background in the care sector and a natural empathy that immediately stood out. It wasn’t long before she began working more closely with the animals on the farm, applying the same care, diligence, and gentleness that had defined her previous work.

Her dedication and positive attitude led her to take on a formal apprenticeship with us, which she completed with great success. Now a fully fledged member of the team, Rachel plays a key role in the day-to-day running of the farm – from animal care to practical tasks – and regularly represents Pick’s at markets across the country.

Reliable, thoughtful, and quietly capable, Rachel has become a stalwart and much relied upon part of the Pick’s farmily.

Elyce has been part of life at Pick’s since the age of 14, when she first began helping out around the farm. Her deep love for animals and the countryside has shaped her journey ever since, and remains central to her role today.

While much of Elyce’s time is now focused on the administrative side of the business – helping to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes – she still makes time to be out in the fields, especially with her beloved sheep. Whether she’s managing paperwork or mucking in at lambing time, her commitment never wavers.

Elyce also represents Pick’s at markets across the country, where her knowledge, warmth, and passion for what we do are clear to see.

Jim loves a good market and has been a stalwart of the markets team for many a year. He is a regular at West Hampstead and Horniman Museum markets where he has many loyal customers. Jim has been a valued supporter of the farm and is there whenever needed. Jim came to the farm when his health took a turn from the worse, he comes from a welding background which is always useful to have on the team. Jim is now very much part of the farmily.

With a lifetime dedicated to the craft of butchery, Dave brings a wealth of experience to the team. Having successfully run his own butchery business, he combines the hands-on expertise of a skilled artisan with the strategic insight gained from working with some of the UK’s largest meat and butchery companies.

Throughout his career, Dave has managed operations at scale, overseeing everything from sourcing and processing to customer service and team training. His deep understanding of quality standards and traceability ensures that every product meets the highest expectations.

Dave’s passion for traditional techniques, combined with his knowledge of modern meat production, makes him an invaluable part of our commitment to excellence. Dave is our much treasured lead butcher.

Natalia first joined Pick’s to work as a butcher’s assistant, but it quickly became clear she had a real talent for the trade. With a sharp eye, a great attitude, and an eagerness to learn, she soon found her stride and has become our resident expert in crafting sausages and burgers.

Her precision, creativity, and consistency have made her an essential part of the team. Always picking up new skills and never afraid to get stuck in, Natalia is now one of the most reliable and valued members of the butchery department.

Liam is the kind of person every business needs but few are lucky enough to have. With a passion for precision, organisation, and getting things done right, he’s the dependable backbone of day-to-day life at Pick’s.

Whether it’s mucking-in with the butchery, working late to get keep the events on track, starting early to make sure the markets are on time, or lending a hand wherever needed, Liam can turn his hand to just about anything.

He also takes our produce on the road, running market stalls across London and other venues further afield, proudly representing the farm and making sure customers receive the same quality and care wherever they shop with us.

Following in his father’s footsteps, but definitely not in-his-shadow, Kyle has grown up immersed in the world of butchery. As Dave’s son, he shares the same passion for high-quality, ethically sourced meat and has developed a strong foundation in traditional butchery skills from a young age.

Kyle combines hands-on experience with a keen interest in learning and innovation. He brings energy, precision, and a fresh perspective to the team, helping ensure that every cut is prepared with care and consistency. Committed to upholding the same standards of quality that run in the family, Kyle plays a key role in delivering the craftsmanship our customers know and trust.

Having spent many years in a children's services Lin was looking for a new view of life, and she has certainly found it at Pick's. She can often be found with a paint brush in her hand, but is the foundation of the farm shop at the weekends. Lin is a family person and has her grandchildren at the heart of her priorities, and we are very glad to welcome her into the Pick's farmily.

Little Sid is the newest member of the team. Despite his age he has already been to market and had a go in the tractor.