The small South African town that is now at the centre of water rights and an important factory closing down

• The small South African town at the centre of the water rights and factory closure is Tulbagh, a historic town in the Cape Winelands of the Western Cape.
• Tulbagh is a significant agricultural hub, known for its wine estates, stone fruit exports, and historical ties to commercial rooibos farming, with the closure of the Premier Foods factory affecting the local economy.
• The closure of the Premier Foods factory in Tulbagh is expected to impact the town's economy, with the company citing declining global demand, pricing pressure, and rising input costs as reasons for the decision.