Wheat: Net sales of 740,000 metric tons for 2019/2020 were up noticeably from the previous week and up 73 percent from the prior 4-week average. Corn: Net sales of 1,814,300 MT for 2019/2020--a marketing-year high--were up noticeably from the previous week and up 81 percent from the prior 4-week average. Soybeans: Net sales of 904,300 MT for 2019/2020 were up 43 percent from the previous week and up noticeably from the prior 4-week average. Soybean Cake and Meal: Net sales of 251,200 MT for 2019/2020 were up noticeably from the previous week and up 39 percent from the prior 4-week average. Soybean Oil: Net sales of 55,900 MT for 2019/2020--a marketing-year high--primarily for...
From WPI Consulting
Weighing in on strategic realignment
WPI’s team was retained by the governing board of a U.S. industry organization to review a decision, reached by vote, to invest significant assets into the development and management of an export trading company. WPI’s team conducted a formal review of this decision and concluded that the current level of market saturation would limit the benefits of the investment. Based on WPI’s analysis and recommended actions, the board subsequently reversed its decision and undertook a strategic planning effort to identify more impactful investments. On behalf of numerous clients, WPI has not only assisted in identifying strategic paths but also advised their implementation.