In today’s hog production landscape, efficiency, precision and proactive care are more critical than ever. With the latest updates to AP Connect, AP is empowering producers to take their barn management to the next level – not just through better control, but through seamless data sharing and collaboration.
Thanks to an enhanced API (application programming interface), AP Connect now allows producers to share near real-time data from barn controllers like the EDGE 2 directly with trusted partners, such as veterinarians, nutritionists and swine management platforms including EveryPig, PigFlow and more.
AP Connect keeps you informed, saves time and labor and improves efficiency across the board. “One of the biggest advantages of this technology is that it helps producers shift from reactive to proactive,” said Tom Kain, technical sales manager at AP. “It lets you ‘know before you go’ so you’re prepared to handle issues before they escalate.”
What does this mean for producers?
- Enhanced collaboration
AP Connect enables real-time decision-making across your team by opening up critical barn-level data such as temperature, water and feed consumption, heater and fan runtimes and more. Veterinarians can now spot early signs of distress or disease faster, and management platforms can adjust protocols and schedules based on actual in-barn conditions, not estimates or delayed reports.
“When there’s a ventilation failure or sudden temperature spike, it can go unnoticed until there’s a major problem, resulting in costly interventions or increased mortality,” explained Kain. “With remote monitoring and data sharing, producers can have a timely awareness of what’s happening inside their barns and share those messages with the right collaborators.” - Faster, smarter decisions
The immediate flow of information helps producers and their support teams move quickly. Whether it’s spotting unusual water usage that could signal an illness or adjusting ventilation, having current, reliable data lets producers act faster – and smarter. - Simplified data management
Forget spreadsheets, manual logbooks or cumbersome downloads. The updated API streamlines access to the data coming directly from the barn controllers. Whether integrating with your swine health software or pulling summaries for internal review, it’s easier than ever to make that data work for the producer. - Affordable and accessible
Unlocking this level of connectivity comes at a practical cost: just $120/year per device. And if you’re already subscribed to AP Connect Premium through your legacy Connect cards, this expanded data access is included at no extra charge.
Real-time insights for daily decisions
AP Connect has always been about visibility – giving producers remote access to what’s happening in their barns, even when they’re miles away. But now, with the power of API-enabled data sharing, that visibility is no longer limited to one person’s phone screen. It becomes part of a connected support system that spans animal health, nutrition, management and analytics.
Whether it’s helping a vet adjust a treatment plan, enabling a tech to recalibrate climate control settings or feeding key metrics into a swine management app, this connected ecosystem is designed to optimize pork production and animal health every single day.
A glimpse ahead
While AP Connect’s enhanced API is already making waves, it’s just the start of a broader trend toward interconnected, intelligent farming systems. Solutions such as AGRI-ALERT from AP, which work in tandem with AP Connect to provide robust alerting and emergency response capabilities, are continuing to expand what’s possible in smart barn environments.
Another smart solution from the experts at AP
With its upgraded API, AP Connect isn’t just a barn monitoring tool – it’s a collaborative platform for modern pork producers. By enabling real-time data sharing and smarter decision-making across your trusted partners, it helps you raise healthier animals, optimize your resources and gain peace of mind through precision.
Learn more about how AP Connect can elevate your operation – and transform how you work with your partners.
