It becomes difficult to separate grain and soy market fundamentals from all of the current outside influences. Some of those such as the U.S. dollar and the Chinese economy may be possibly having an effect, but their largest impact in the short term may be as a distraction.As we approach mid-July, we market watchers are supposed to be analyzing temperatures and precipitation totals from the corn-producing regions of the U.S. to determine whether or not conditions are favorable for pollination. After all, this is the important make-or-break part of the corn-growing season that wields the greatest impact on yields. Put another way, weather conditions during the July corn pollination period will ultimately have much to say about the direction...
What You Need to Know Today: Chinese purchases of U.S. soybeans continued to accelerate, with USDA reporting another 558 KMT sold to China and 236 KMT to unknown destinations. Combined with sales announced Wednesday and Thursday, the latest purchases bring the three-day total to approximately...
Key Takeaways: With the fall calf run now upon us, producers are finally getting a glimpse of what their realized profits will be for 2026. Some producers may have already obtained a strong estimate of 2026 revenues, especially if calves were forward sold in, for example, the mid-summer...
As fall begins, wild migratory birds are starting their seasonal migration. That has the industry and government officials worried about the potential spread, again, of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Some members of Congress have called for the United States to be prepared for a pote...
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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.