Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms)

Husband, farmer, wave walker.

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

BLOT: Our part in that inspiring task

Over the past two years, we’ve been quietly rebuilding the future of Affinity Farms. We’ve spent 24 months taking a hard look at our farm—asking simple but important questions with mentors, vendors, and customers. Is our production model aligned with our mission? Does it fit today’s economic reality? Are we truly serving our community?
The answers weren’t always clear, and at times they were uncomfortable. That process pushed us to rethink how we operate in an environment that hasn’t been kind to farmers, agriculture, or rural communities.
Agriculture has always evolved alongside civilization. The systems we rely on today were built for a different time, and like those before them, they must adapt. With that in mind, we’re steering this farm to better serve our local community and respond to the realities of today’s economy.
Our move toward automation was just the beginning—a preview of a broader ten‑year plan to help build a more resilient, sustainable food system. Over the next few years, we’ll be rolling out new projects that support that vision, both directly and indirectly.
This week, we’re excited to share the first of those steps: Affinity Farms is building a small malthouse on the farm.
Last fall, we planted 40 acres of barley with the goal of malting it ourselves after this June’s harvest. That lets us complete the third ingredient of a whiskey mashbill right here on the farm, while also creating a local source of malt for breweries in our region.
The past two years have been extremely difficult. While we believe the old 70s commodity model still has a few good runs left, we’re choosing to evolve—aligning our operation more closely with our mission to serve the community of Nelson County.
We are deeply thankful for our team at Affinity Farms, who show up every day to work through problems and build something remarkable.
We believe American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life and that we can exert an influence in our home and community which will stand solid for our part in that inspiring task.

[Sabanto @SabantoAg]

The next ag revolution isn’t replacing farmers… it’s upgrading the crew. 🏴‍☠️

The future of farming isn’t bigger tractors - it’s smarter ones. ⚓🚜

https://t.co/2TgTz42c9j

#RetroFitRevolution #BlackFlagAutonomy #CapExKiller #AgTech #Farming

[Sabanto @SabantoAg]

From sunup to sundown, and long after the stars come out, autonomous planting never asks for a bathroom break, a coffee refill, or a few hours of shuteye.

The word is out, and the 2026 corn is in. ☠️🌽

Schedule a demo with our team or your local dealer today! https://t.co/bgzsJibKjY
#CapExKiller #Autonomous #AgTech #AgTwitter

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

@GreggHillyer Thank your Gregg!!! Nothing about this is easy but it is very exciting. Look forward to sharing more as it unfolds!

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

BLOT: Our part in that inspiring task

Over the past two years, we’ve been quietly rebuilding the future of Affinity Farms. We’ve spent 24 months taking a hard look at our farm—asking simple but important questions with mentors, vendors, and customers. Is our production model aligned with our mission? Does it fit today’s economic reality? Are we truly serving our community?
The answers weren’t always clear, and at times they were uncomfortable. That process pushed us to rethink how we operate in an environment that hasn’t been kind to farmers, agriculture, or rural communities.
Agriculture has always evolved alongside civilization. The systems we rely on today were built for a different time, and like those before them, they must adapt. With that in mind, we’re steering this farm to better serve our local community and respond to the realities of today’s economy.
Our move toward automation was just the beginning—a preview of a broader ten‑year plan to help build a more resilient, sustainable food system. Over the next few years, we’ll be rolling out new projects that support that vision, both directly and indirectly.
This week, we’re excited to share the first of those steps: Affinity Farms is building a small malthouse on the farm.
Last fall, we planted 40 acres of barley with the goal of malting it ourselves after this June’s harvest. That lets us complete the third ingredient of a whiskey mashbill right here on the farm, while also creating a local source of malt for breweries in our region.
The past two years have been extremely difficult. While we believe the old 70s commodity model still has a few good runs left, we’re choosing to evolve—aligning our operation more closely with our mission to serve the community of Nelson County.
We are deeply thankful for our team at Affinity Farms, who show up every day to work through problems and build something remarkable.
We believe American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life and that we can exert an influence in our home and community which will stand solid for our part in that inspiring task.

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

A lot of great people at working hard to usher in the future of agriculture. It’s been a fun 9 months working with them to bring this to life.

[Chad Lee 🧢 @KentuckyCrops]

@KentuckyAF @SabantoAg @PrecisionPlant @Starlink After filling the planter with seed, Quint is activating the tractor and planter with his phone. @KentuckyAF @SabantoAg @Starlink @PrecisionPlant

[Dan Miller @DMillerPF]

Update. Quint Pottinger @KentuckyAF autonomous corn plant https://t.co/tyBk9WieOH progressing @SabantoAg @PrecisionPlant. Best 10 acres/hr & finish 7-10 days w/this tractor/planter combo. 'Tech works, only obstacle is human,' says Pottinger. @dtnpf @KatieD_DTN @greghorstmeier

[Chad Lee 🧢 @KentuckyCrops]

Autonomous planting corn. Quint Pottinger of @KentuckyAF is using @SabantoAg @PrecisionPlant @Starlink to plant all of his corn acres.

[Sabanto @SabantoAg]

Myth Busters:
#CapExKiller #Autonomous #AgTech #Farming #BuiltByFarmers

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

I would argue that driving tractors is not the “only fun part of farming” there is so much joy in the occupation that balance out the difficulty. And yes you can just toggle the switch to manual and do any operation traditionally. I do that time to time just to get some tractor time to clear my head.

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

“In the promise of better days through better ways”

Corn planting has officially started at AF and for the first time there will not be an operator in the cab for spring planting.

It’s been an incredible journey getting here and I cannot thank everyone enough for the late nights, brainstorming and problem solving to bring this to life. #plant26 #pirateplant26 #kentucky #bourbon

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

Thanks Dan! Always enjoy working with you on fun projects.

[Dan Miller @DMillerPF]

NO DRIVER. Quint, Leah Pottinger @KentuckyAF search for what’s next. Newest journey? 2026 corn,bean crop planted by iPad. Here’s @dtnpf inside story. @greghorstmeier @KatieD_DTN @RickEThornton @GreggHillyer https://t.co/Sd514oFk1g

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

Won’t be long now. Tap of the button from anywhere in the world will set Geneva down the path to plant 2026 bourbon seeds. Available for sipping ~2034. Cheers!

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

Every night when we go to bed I thank God for you, and the full life you bring. Every morning I wake up I fall in love with you like it was the first time. We have shared so many incredible moments laughing, crying, frustration, prayer and joy. Each moment finding new reasons to fall deeper in love with you. Happy Valentine’s Day babe! #valentinesday

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

I still remember the sunset the day I told my dad I was going to farm for a living. When  I finished stumbling over my plan he just put his hand on my shoulder and said “that life will be the hardest life to live, but I promise it will be a good life.”
My family’s dream of America started here 250 years ago. After the war Capt Sam Pottinger settled here to start a self-sustaining community of agriculture and industry.
A lot. A lot. Of things changed, but the old brick meat house he built still stands across the road, Pottinger creek feeding underground streams still winds through this valley; and the people still reflect the soul of that dream.
When Leah and I purchased this farm from my family we knew ag was at an inflection point. I used to think the whole industry needed a makeover for the world coming, maybe not. Maybe it just needs a blend of our future and our past. We started Affinity Farms as a legacy and a beacon to mirror the ebb and flow of tech and heritage. An industry built to adapt and serve the community.
Agriculture is our foundation and the few of us left are working to build a future we will not live in. I believe in that future despite the stresses of weather, dwindling peers and consumer doubt. Yeah it’s not an easy life but so far it’s been a good one. We’re 250 years in.  Just getting started.

#f2f26

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

👇🏼 for decades weeks happen, and for weeks decades happen. Understanding which timeline you’re living in will make or break you.

[Sabanto @SabantoAg]

Contrary to popular belief, autonomy isn't a feature. It's a structural change to the equipment industry. #CapExKiller #BuiltByFarmers

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

Wind’s in the east.

The answer to the question “what is the best part of living in Kentucky?” Easy, it’s the seasons. Fresh snow turns to flowers and trees blooming. The heat and humidity of summer bring in the smell of rain thunderheads on the sunset horizon. The summer evenings show off the beauty of firefly’s AND the color of fall may as well be the 8th wonder of the world.

The seasons also ground you, connect you to the changes happening around. The last 30months have been wild. I joked all of 2025 that the ag industry turned in November 2024. After watching markets and demand shifts throughout the year and catching up with old friends over the month it does seem the winds are shifting, at the dismay or hubris of ag industry.

I know moves we made over the last two years aren’t conventional and in no way was meat to “rock the boat.” We are just moving our sails to catch the winds of a changing seasons.

Winds in the east.

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

Tatum was an incredible person, dedicated to public service and a role model for so many new or seasoned in a career serving people. Very sad to see the news. Praying for her family. I know she is being welcomed into heaven with open arms.

[Congressman Andy Barr @RepAndyBarr]

It is with an incredibly heavy heart that I announce the passing of Tatum Dale, my longtime District Director, Deputy Chief of Staff, and Campaign Manager. My full statement is below:

“When I first ran to serve the Sixth District, Tatum Dale was one of the first people who volunteered to help. Born and raised in Murray, Tatum came to the University of Kentucky for college, and I’m forever grateful that she stayed to serve alongside me. For over 15 years, Tatum was the heart and soul of my team. She held almost every job in my office—Scheduler, Field Representative, Deputy District Director, District Director, then Deputy Chief of Staff and Campaign Manager for my U.S. Senate run.

“With Tatum’s leadership, my office favorably closed thousands of cases for Kentuckians—helping veterans, seniors, and families throughout our district. She fought to deliver funds to support dozens of community projects across our Commonwealth. She loved helping people and was a servant of others, just as Christ envisioned us all to be. Maybe that’s why her birth in heaven is a shared birthday with our Lord and Savior. While our hearts are broken, our team finds peace and hope knowing that Tatum is now home with Christ, resting comfortably in the arms of her Savior.

“Tatum loved her family, her faith, and her Commonwealth. She made me a better Congressman, our staff better public servants, and we will all miss her forever. From Murray to Lexington and everywhere in the Commonwealth that she touched, we hope you will all join us in praying for Tatum’s family and friends—and be forever inspired by her memory to serve others.”

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

Merry Christmas!!

[Quint Pottinger (Affinity Farms) @KentuckyAF]

Corn is in the bin and with these last two loads soybeans are out of the field and in the bin! Refilled Geneva to plant cover crop ahead of this next rain event. I cannot begin to thank Sam, Mike, Samuel, my dad and Leah enough for the long hours and hard work to get the 2025 crop planted, cared for and harvested. One of the toughest years yet and I’m a bit sad to see come to a close. Cannot wait to see what next year’s crop brings!