What are webinars?

Webinars are online meetings conducted through GoToWebinar.com. Through this, we are able to deliver video footage directly to your computer. You can view Al’s PowerPoint presentation and live charts while listening to him discuss up-to-date market news and analysis. You are also able to type in questions and have them answered.

What do I need to participate in a Webinar?

For the public “Second Tuesday” Profit Check webinars, all you need is an email address, a computer with medium to high-speed internet access and a set of speakers or headphones. For the members-only webinars on “Last Thursdays” you also need to be a subscribing member of Al Kluis services.

I’m interested in attending the Webinar, what are the steps?

1. You register, or someone (our Help Desk, or your seed dealer) registers you. Do this at the Events Page on Al's website for the public webinars.
2. You get an email with the link for the webinar.
3. Our office logs in half an hour early to help people who are new to the system, and to show people how to write questions in the "question box.”
4. During that half hour, you will click on the link in the email and follow the instructions.
5. The first time you log in, you will have to download a small piece of software (30 seconds).
6. You will see a small control panel on your screen. This is where you can write in your questions. There is also information about how to dial in with your telephone, if your computer speakers are not working.
7. Once you have registered, you will receive one email each month, 2 days before the next webinar in that series, with the login link for that webinar (and password, if it is a subscriber-only webinar).

When are webinars offered and to who?

Al’s “Second Tuesday” Profit Check webinar occurs on the 2^nd Tuesday of every month; these are open to the public and are also archived on our website (www.alkluis.com, click on Al’s TV Room on the left side). Al’s “Last Thursday” Monthly Highlights webinar, hosted on the last Thursday of every month, is members only----meaning that only paying subscribers are sent the password to attend the webinar. They are also archived, but in the members only area, so that a password is required to log in and view the archived webinar.

My browser screen is black, what should I do?

If you are using Internet Explorer, the Compatibility View Button can often solve this issue. You can find the compatibility view button at the top of your browser window, to the right of the address bar (where you type in a web address). The button looks like a piece of paper that is torn in half. By simply clicking this it should sync up your version of Explorer to show the content you were attempting to view.

How often does Al do seminars and how much do they cost?

Al no longer hosts many seminars, but does appear for a few public seminars in the winter months. For information on when and where we do seminars, check the events tab at alkluis.com. The cost of seminars varies; please check the events for accurate rates.

What will I learn at an Al Kluis seminar or webinar?

Attending one of our seminars or webinars will teach you some essential marketing tools. Al and his colleagues show examples of their decision making process and what they watch in the markets.

What is the Cost of the Calendars and Almanacs?

Calendars cost $30.00 each and Almanacs are $15.00 each. One calendar and two almanacs are included when you subscribe to the Al Kluis Market Pack.

How and why should I use my Calendar or Almanac?

Read through the marketing checklist at the beginning of the month. Make sure you do your weekly basis data entry to track your local cash basis. Make sure you monitor the cash value of your corn and soybeans each week.

Can I subscribe to just the newsletter, and not the rest of the Market Pack?

Due to customer demand, we have upgraded our newsletter service to include twice-daily updates via web access or by our toll free number, and text messages with selected action alerts. Along with these you will also receive a copy of the one-of-a-kind Al Kluis Commodity Calendar, and two copies of the Dutch Farmer's Almanac.  Our customers wanted a service as serious as they are about their money.

Why did my Newsletter stop? I am a client or I have a subscription.

Your subscription may have expired or you may need to re-enroll with one of our Affiliates.  Please contact us at the Help Desk or contact your local Al Kluis Affiliate office.

If you feel your subscription has not expired, please be sure the address: info@kluispublishing.com is listed in your safe senders list.  This will assure the Newsletter arrives to your Inbox.

What does Al mean when he discusses A or B Bushels?

A Bushels refers to the percentage of your crop that is covered by crop insurance (typically 75-80% of your crop), B bushels refers to that remaining percentage that is not covered by crop insurance.

A full subscription to the Al Kluis Market Pack includes a weekly report (The Al Kluis Report), an Al Kluis Commodity Calendar, two copies of the Real Farmer's Almanac, access to twice-daily updates through our website or our toll free number, and delivery of the AM update by email.

The Report is published 48 times per year. It is filled with current commentary, analysis and recommendations. It is available by email or can be viewed on our website.The weekly Al Kluis Report includes:

• Current, relevant market information and analysis
• Straightforward marketing plans
• Trading strategies for operators using cash marketing, futures or options
• Focused, long-term market plans designed to inform you of the best merchandising options

We also have monthly subscriber-only webinars (the “Last Thursday” series) where we review the current marketing plan and discuss the outlook and strategy going forward.
Action Alerts, sent by text message, are sent when the market hits one of our targets.

What are "Action Alerts"?

Action alerts, sent by text message, are sent when the market hits one of our targets. These are optional and can be started or stopped at any time. You can receive action alerts by providing your cell phone number and service provider when you enroll in the Al Kluis Market Pack.

To add or change your text services contact Al’s Help Desk at (888) 345-2855.

There is no extra charge from Al Kluis for the Action Alerts. Your standard text messaging rates may apply.

What is the Living Calendar and how is it helpful?

The Living Calendar lists events in a calendar format. It also provides you with space to enter the Wednesday prices.