Discover high-performing spinach and Swiss chard varieties for the UK

Sakata Figaro F1, a spinach variety with HR to Pe. 1-20 (mildew)

Are you a grower, plant raiser, seed distributor or industry professional in the UK leafy salads sector? Are you looking for reliable varieties and practical insights to support your production?

Join Sakata at the BLSA (British Leafy Salads Association) Open Day 2026,
one of the key events in the UK leafy salads calendar.

Date: Wednesday 1 July 2026
Time: 08:30–15:30
Location: PDM Produce Ltd, Chadwell Park Farm, Great Chatwell, Newport, TF10 9BN, UK

Why attend?

This event gives you the opportunity to:

Compare varieties in real UK field conditions.
Discover the latest innovations in leafy salads production.
Gain insights into crop management.
Connect directly with Sakata experts.

Discover Sakata’s leafy portfolio:

Explore a selection of spinach and Swiss chard varieties designed to deliver reliability, consistency and market performance in UK conditions.

Spinach: Figaro F1, Turandot F1, Affluence F1 and 2 experimental varieties.
Swiss Chard: Fire Fresh F1, Galaxy F1, Seren F1 SCB22002 F1 and SCB23005 F1.

These varieties will be presented alongside other industry trials, allowing you to compare performance and assess their potential for your business.

Meet the Sakata team:

Our specialists will be on-site throughout the day one-to-one discussions, technical advice and tailored recommendations.

Take this opportunity to discover new varieties, exchange with experts and stay informed in this evolving market.

We look forward to meeting you at BLSA Open Day 2026!