Local and lekker fair at this uMhlanga market
To date, the market has had three previous owners.
THE Umhlanga Farmer’s Market, in existence for 30 years, has some of the most interesting traders, each with their own story to tell.
Stallholders get there before 07:00 and get ready to welcome their regulars and newbies, knowing full well that although the market only opens at 08:00, many get there early, especially for their fresh produce.
The owner of the market, Ethel Currie, is a protea farmer who hails from Richmond. She took over the market a few years ago.
“I have a protea farm in the Midlands. I traded here nine years ago and used to assist the previous owner with the marketing. When the previous owner decided to sell, I grabbed the opportunity,” she said.
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“I am picky about the stallholders as I want the market to have its own niche. It’s mainly for farmers and crafters who sell mostly homemade, home-baked organic goods. It’s also for local artisans,” she said.
“Stallholders are intimately involved with their products, so if you ask a question, they will know all about it,” said Currie.
Marketgoers will find fresh produce, weavers, leather products, coffee, sourdough breads, honey, coffee, grass-fed beef, game meat, cheese, olives, dog treats, eggs and baked goods.
She said it was wonderful that supporters came to grocery shop for their fresh produce, bread, eggs, baked goods, meat and more.
“At any given time, the market has about 40 stalls running. If it’s fresh produce you’re looking for, I advise you to get here early,” she said.
The Umhlanga Farmer’s Market is open every Wednesday from 08:00 to noon.
In the event of rain, there’s drive-thru shopping.
For more information, visit the market’s Facebook page: Umhlanga Farmer’s Market.
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