A massive new processing facility in Tamworth will handle three million chickens weekly, accounting for a fifth of the country’s total poultry production. The striking, low-impact design blends into the landscape with its sleek, rust-hued structure, resembling more of an art installation or luxury venue than an industrial plant. Its innovative architecture aims to minimize environmental disruption while meeting the nation’s growing demand for poultry. The facility marks a significant expansion in food production infrastructure, raising questions about its scale and impact.


Three million chickens a week will be processed at the state-of-the-art facility in Tamworth – a fifth of all those eaten nationwideIt is for birds? Is it for planes?The sleek, rust-coloured saucer settles into the earth, mirroring the surrounding hills. It looks like an art gallery or a high-end conference centre – an architectural masterpiece designed to sit lightly on the land. Continue reading...