In response to an atypical case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in an 11-year old Alabama cow, one U.S. trading partner said it will deny access to beef from that state and take other notable action regarding all U.S. beef products. Atypical BSE Response In response to an atypical case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in an 11-year old Alabama cow, South Korea said it will both deny access to beef from that state and increase spot checking of U.S. beef from 3 percent to 30 percent of products. Meanwhile, Japan and Taiwan made the appropriate reaction since this was an unusual occurrence and the U.S. safety measures that are already in place fully prevent any transmission of diseased animals into export. It appears that...
What You Need to Know Today: The corn and soybean markets closed slightly higher in low-volume trade. The wheat market was mixed, with HRW continuing its downward trek on improved moisture. As expected, the bearish cattle on feed report drove down cattle prices and pulled hogs down with it. Mi...
Monday, 25 May is a U.S. holiday, and both the markets and our office will be closed. Please note that the next issue of Ag Perspectives will be published on Tuesday, 26 May. The WPI staff wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend...
USDA’s monthly cattle on feed report was released today. The total number of cattle on feed in feedlots with 1,000 head or more capacity amounted to 11.6 million head, 102 percent of last year. Source: USDA, WPI Placements were up, but part of that is attributable to persistent drought c...
From WPI Consulting
Infrastructure investment due diligence
On behalf of a Canadian oilseed processer WPI's team provided market analysis, econometric modeling and financial due diligence in support of a $24 million-dollar investment in a Ukrainian crush plant. Consistent with WPI's findings, local production to supply the plant and the facility's output have expanded exponentially since the investment. WPI has conducted parallel work on behalf of U.S., South American and European clients, both private and public, in the agri-food space.