Sormac reflects on a successful BLSA Open Day 2026

Sormac looks back on a successful British Leafy Salads Association (BLSA) Open Day, held on 1 July 2026 at PDM Produce in Newport, United Kingdom. The event brought together growers, processors and suppliers from across the UK leafy salads industry to exchange knowledge, explore new technologies and discuss the future of fresh produce processing.

3 July 2026 min Reading time

Throughout the day, we welcomed visitors to discuss the latest developments in leafy salad processing. Conversations focused on topics including automation, washing and drying technologies, product quality, shelf life and food safety. The event also provided an excellent opportunity to strengthen existing relationships and establish new connections within the industry.

A key topic throughout the event was the growing focus on producing high-quality leafy salads while meeting increasing demands for food safety and operational efficiency. Sormac's processing solutions – including intelligent lettuce coring using vision technology, as well as the latest advancements in leafy salad washing and drying equipment – attracted considerable interest, particularly among visitors looking to optimise their production processes.

Another important discussion point was aphid control and removal in leafy vegetables. Drawing on its extensive research and practical experience, Sormac shared insights into effective washing technologies and processing methods that help processors tackle this specific challenge.

Sormac-BLSA-Open-Day-2026 — Dean Stroudley at BLSA Open Day 2026

Sormac would like to thank the British Leafy Salads Association, PDM Produce and everyone who visited the stand for making the event such a success. We look forward to continuing these conversations and supporting the leafy salad industry with innovative processing solutions that contribute to product quality, operational efficiency and food safety.