Bryanston Organic Market

+27(11) 706 3671 | 40 Culross rd, Bryanston, Johannesburg | Open on Thursday & Saturday from 9am to 3pm

     

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  


FAQS General Information



  1. When is the market open?
  2. When are the Moonlight Markets?
  3. Where is the Bryanston Market?
  4. What happens if it rains on market days?
  5. Are dogs allowed in the market?
  6. How does the payment system work in the market?
  7. Are credit and debit cards accepted in the market?
  8. How do I get more information on the Bryanston Market?
 
 
 
 



FAQS Product Questions



  1. What is the market looking for when selecting products?
  2. How are products selected?
  3. What type of products are accepted for consideration?
 



Apply for a Stall



  1. How do I apply for a stall at the Bryanston Organic Market?
  2. What does it cost to have a stall at the Bryanston Organic & Natural Market?
  3. Does the Bryanston Organic & Natural Market allow casual traders?



Sustainability



  1. What do you mean by organic agriculture?
  2. What do you mean by “certified organic”?
  3. What do you mean by Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)?
  4. How do I find out about organic methods of farming?
  5. Why are there no cut flowers for sale in the market?
  6. What is the market's position on GMO?
  7. What is the Textile Pledge about?
 
 
 


General

  1. When is the market open? 
    Every Thursday and Saturday from 9am to 3pm.

     
  2. When are the Christmas Markets?
    To be confirmed for 2022
     
  3. Where is the Bryanston Organic & Natural Market?
    The market is situated within the grounds of the Michael Mount Waldorf School on Culross Road (off Main Road) Bryanston. The address “40 Culross Road Bryanston” may be used to locate the market on GPS.
     
  4. What happens if it rains on market days?
    It is the policy of the market to be open on market days irrespective of weather conditions. The majority of our stalls are under cover. The possibility always exists that the rain will lift and the sun will come out, resulting in a good market day. The market will only be closed once it is evident that there are no longer customers in the market because of persistent rain.
     
  5. Are dogs allowed in the market?
    Dogs are allowed in the market on a leash and under the control of their owners. Should the dog in any way damage any of the stallholders products in the market, the owner of the dog will be held liable for the costs involved for replacing or restoring the products. Should the dog relieve itself in the market, the responsibility rests with the owner to remove, and dispose of the deposit.
     
  6. How does the payment system work in the market?
    Most of the traders in the market are supplied with Yoco devices through which all transanctions are processed.    Traders who do not use of Yoco device are supplied with credit card machines.   All traders are therefore allowed to accept cash directly from customers.  Should you prefer to pay for your purchases as a single transaction, traders are obliged to provide you with individual invoices which may then be paid for as a single transaction in the market office.
     
  7. Are credit and debit cards accepted in the market?
    Yes, all credit and debit cards are accepted for payment, as well as Snapscan.  There is no ATM at the market for drawing cash against your credit or debit card.
     
  8. How do I get more information on the Bryanston Market?
    Browse the rest of our website or send us an email from our “contact us” page

Products

  1. What is the market looking for when selecting products?
    Bryanston Market seeks quality self crafted products made from organic and natural ingredients and materials.   Consideration is given to the growing, processing and manufacture of the products as well as the packaging used. Mass produced goods made of plastic or synthetic materials are not accepted for sale in the market.
  2. How are products selected?
    All applications from prospective stallholders are submitted to the Product Selection Committee for consideration.  If the products meet the criteria of the product selection committee, the applicant is invited to present their products to the committee for further discussion.
  3. What type of products are accepted for consideration?
    • Crops grown organically without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides ​
    • Animal products derived from free range and grass fed stock reared without the use of hormones or prophylactic antibiotics
    • Deli foods that are self produced using organic or natural ingredients
    • Self crafted products including jewellery, clothing, accessories, décor, homeware, ceramics, pottery, art, photography, sculpture, curios, collectables, crafts in wood, leather, glass, paper, metal, children’s toys & activities, health & wellness products
    • While the focus of the market is on self crafted products, the Product Selection Committee may consider resold crafts and foodstuffs, depending on the relationship between the producer and the reseller, materials and ingredients used and the methods of production.

Stall Application

  1. How do I apply for a stall at the Bryanston Organic Market?
    Go to the apply for a stall page on this website, complete and submit the form. Your application will be presented to our Product Selection Committee for consideration. If they are interested in your products, you will be invited to present your products to the committee for further discussion. All products are selected against product selection criteria based on their content, production methods and source.
     
  2. What does it cost to have a stall at the Bryanston Organic & Natural Market?
    The market does not charge a flat rental fee for the space occupied, but a commission on sales at a rate of 17% commission plus 15% VAT on the commission, with a minimum sales levy of R225.00 per market day.   Additionally, there is a R25.00 administration fee per market day for the central cashier system operated at the market. If electrical equipment or appliances are used as part of the product offering, an additional 0.5% commission is charged on sales for the cost of electricity.
     
  3. Does the Bryanston Market allow casual traders?
    No, the market does not accept casual traders. Only products that have been approved and accepted by our Product Selection Committee are sold in the market. Once products have been approved and accepted, and subject to space availability, in the market, a three month temporary contract is entered into, after which an annual trading agreement may be put in place dependent on performance, alignment to market ethos, and customer response to products.

Sustainability

  1. What do you mean by organic agriculture?
    Organic Agriculture is a production system that sustains the health of the earth’s soil, ecosystems and people. It relies on ecological processes, biodiversity and cycles adapted to local conditions, rather than the use of inputs with adverse effects. Organic agriculture combines tradition, innovation and science to benefit the shared environment and promotes fair relationships and a good quality of life for all. This definition is sourced from IFOAM - Organics International www.ifoam.bio

     
  2. What do you mean by “certified organic”? 
    A “Certified Organic” product bears the mark of an organic certifier. This means that the production system and practices of the supplier have been assessed by an independent third party organic certifier as compliant with their organic production standards, and granted organic certification. There are currently no South African organic certifiers, but there are several international certifiers in the country.
     
  3. What do you mean by Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS)? 
    PGS were developed by IFOAM - Organics International to support and enable emerging and micro producers to gain access to local markets.   These farmers and producers find the cost of certification by an independent third party certifier beyond their means of their operation.

    Participatory Guarantee Systems, just like third-party certification systems, aim to provide a credible guarantee for consumers seeking organic produce. The difference is in approach: the assessment includes participation of farmers, consumers and other stakeholders in the verification process, a sharing of skills and knowledge and ultimately on going community monitoring.

    Costs of participation are low, but a high degree of dedication is required from stakeholders who volunteer their time in support of the PGS.  Bryanston Market PGS is a well established PGS, committed to ensuring that the integrity and quality of the food supplied in the market is maintained.  PGS signage is displayed at stalls within the market that are part of the Bryanston Market PGS.
     
  4. How do I find out about organic methods of farming?
    Go to links for organisations that specialise in organic farming
     
  5. Why are there no cut flowers for sale in the market?
    Substantial amounts of chemical fertilizers and pesticides are used in the commercial growing of flowers as well as vast amounts of water.
     
  6. What is the market's position on GMO?
    The Bryanston Organic & Natural Market supports the “precautionary principle” in relation to genetic engineering in agriculture. Until the effects of genetically modified organisms on the health of the environment, animals and humans and the economic risks for organic farmers, particularly smallholder farmers, have been established, they should not be introduced into the world.
    The Bryanston Organic & Natural Market will not knowingly allow GMO products to be sold in the market and is committed to being informed on the subject of genetic engineering.
    We expect our stallholders to interrogate the ingredients and raw materials used in their products and to inform themselves of the potential threat of GMO contamination in these ingredients and raw materials.We will support our farmers and stallholders in identifying GMO free inputs, including seeds and ingredients, and updating them on new information on GMO products worldwide. 
     
  7. What is the Textile Pledge about? 
    More than 30 textile stallholders participate in our textile forum activities.   The purpose of the forum is to create a shared vision of using only sustainable raw materials sourced from reputable suppliers, and to support locally based CMT (cut, make and trim) processes that create jobs, transfer of skills, fair trade and social upliftment.  Textile stallholders pledge to uphold this vision, to be open and transparent with their customers and to choose the best possible alternatives at all times.