The program recognizes the role that continuous monitoring plays in reducing the risk of catastrophic livestock losses and improving long-term operational resilience.
Under the program, customers who install a Distynct Barn Alarm system may be eligible for two separate benefits: a policy credit on qualifying, non-admitted property and casualty policies, written through the exclusive ABS Farm & Ranch Program, and a manufacturer-funded hardware rebate from Distynct on the Distynct Barn Alarm hardware.
Distynct Barn Alarms provide 24/7 monitoring of barn conditions and alert customers when critical issues arise. Improved monitoring and faster response can reduce loss exposure, a factor Pledge Insurance Advisors considers when evaluating risk and coverage.
“This program reflects our focus on risk management and loss prevention,” said James Tesdall, Vice President – Agency Principal at Pledge Insurance Advisors. “Distynct has earned trust across the industry, with adoption among many of the leading swine production companies in the United States. Its ability to scale reliable, 24/7 monitoring across large, complex operations gives us confidence that this technology can meaningfully support better risk management.
The Distynct hardware rebate is funded by Distynct and applies to newly installed and qualifying alarm hardware only. Ongoing monitoring and subscription services are not discounted under the program, maintaining a focus on system reliability, service quality, and long-term performance.
“Better monitoring reduces risk — but only if the right questions can actually be asked and answered,” said BJ Brugman, CEO of Distynct. “Distynct was built as an open platform that lets anyone ask questions of the barn using a nearly limitless set of deployable sensors. In this case, the insurance industry cares about simple, critical questions: Do you have power? Is the temperature staying in range? Is water available? And just as importantly, are you going to get notified reliably if any of those conditions change? When those questions can be answered consistently and at scale, risk goes down. This program is the first to recognize that outcome — lower risk through better, more comprehensive monitoring.”
The program is designed to be channel-neutral. Customers may purchase Distynct Barn Alarm systems directly from Distynct or through authorized distributors, including Hog Slat. Eligibility is based on having a qualifying Pledge Insurance Advisors policy and an installed, active Distynct Barn Alarm system on the insured site. Enrollment and verification requirements are intended to be straightforward for both agents and customers.
Customers interested in the program should contact a Pledge Insurance Advisors representative to discuss eligibility and policy details, or visit www.getdistynct.com/reducerisk to learn more about the program.
About Distynct
Distynct is a pioneering provider of smart alarm systems for livestock barns, offering farmers simple yet powerful tools to monitor barn conditions remotely. Their mission is to improve operational efficiency through intuitive, affordable technology. Visit www.getdistynct.com to learn more.
About Pledge Insurance Advisors
Pledge Insurance Advisors is a Midwest independent insurance agency focused on personal lines and farm accounts. As part of the Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance (FMH) family, Pledge specializes in serving customers in rural areas and understands the unique needs of farms and ranches. With its customer-centric approach and decades of experience in P&C and Farm & Ranch insurance, Pledge can customize policies for any home, business, or farm. Visit www.pledgeadvisors.com to learn more.