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Founder and GROUP CEO

Di Walker

With over 30 years of experience in the food industry, Di has a proven track record of driving growth and transformation. Her career includes senior roles at Greencore PLC, where she served as Divisional Managing Director and, later, as UK CEO.

Di also led the turnaround of Karro Foods as CEO, growing company revenue from £400 million to £1.2 billion, and overseeing its successful sale to Capvest LLP in 2017. Following this, Di led the company through further growth, with several successful acquisitions, including Young’s Seafood. Karro Foods’ EBITDA grew eightfold under her leadership, and the company reached new heights until its acquisition by a Canadian buyer in 2021.

 Di continues to offer her expertise to select food businesses in the private equity sector, including BBF Cakes, Karnova Foods, and Hovis. As Non-Executive Chairman, Di plays an instrumental role in supporting Fischer Farms ambitious expansion plans, extending market reach and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in vertical farming.

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Every member of our team has been trained and upskilled in this revolutionary form of farming. If you would like to learn more or have an enquiry please contact us.

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info@fischerfarms.co.uk

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+44 1603 363038

Our team

Tristan Fischer

Tristan Fischer

Founder and Group CEO
John Stapleton

John Stapleton

Non-Executive Chairman
David Jones

David Jones

Non-Executive Director
Peter Bachmann

Peter Bachmann

Non-Executive Director
Chris Kirke

Chris Kirke

CEO
Simon Adcock

Simon Adcock

Non-Executive Director

Team

Fischer Farms is building a highly skilled team of vertical farming experts, with unrivalled experience and knowledge in green energy and sustainability.

Vision

We all share one vision – to feed a soaring population in a sustainable way.

Future

Combining our AgroScience and big data knowledge with the backing and support of our investors, we have the power to transform the future of farming and create a more sustainable food supply chain, that is accessible to all and kind to the environment.