Calling All Hardy County Farmers: Help Us Build the Future of Farming

At Questr Automation, we believe the future of farming lies in smart, simple technology that helps hardworking farmers do more with less. That’s why we’re launching a pilot program right here in Hardy County—and we’re looking for two local farmers to join us.

Hardy County is West Virginia’s agricultural powerhouse, leading the state in farm sales, poultry production, and livestock operations. But like farmers everywhere, local producers face real challenges: labor shortages, rising input costs, aging infrastructure, and the pressure to stay competitive while protecting their land and legacy.

We want to help.

Questr Automation specializes in process automation tailored for small and midsize farms. We’re not selling robots—we’re offering tools that can save you time, cut costs, reduce stress, and help your farm thrive. Think automated feeding systems, smart environmental controls for poultry houses, real-time sensors, or even mobile alerts when a feed bin runs low. These are simple, proven technologies that can return 500+ hours a year to the average farmer.

Our pilot program will select two Hardy County farms—ideally one poultry and one livestock or crop operation—to test these solutions on-farm. We’ll handle the equipment, installation, and support, funded by grants and sponsors. There’s no cost to the farmer and no pressure to buy anything. In return, we ask for honest feedback, permission to gather data, and the chance to show neighbors what’s possible.

This isn’t about technology for technology’s sake. It’s about helping family farms stay viable for the next generation. If we can save you 10 hours a week, or help you reduce feed waste by 15%, or even just give you peace of mind that your systems are running smoothly—that’s a win for everyone.

We’re partnering closely with trusted local institutions to make sure the effort reflects local values and benefits the whole community.

If you're a Hardy County farmer who’s open to trying something new—or if you know someone who is—we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Hardy County resident Dave Oberting at [email protected] or 202.568.0852 to learn more or express interest in becoming a pilot farm.

Let’s build something great—together.