Africa Rising Notably, the Africa Group at the WTO has asked for policy space to develop its industrial sector. Historically, the focus has been on agriculture. This redirection conforms with the development that has occurred elsewhere, with the industrial sector rising and reducing the need to protect large rural populations from agricultural consolidation and efficiency. Farm Bill Split U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says the goal is for the farm bill to pass this year. Senate Agriculture Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow was less optimistic, noting the many hurdles hindering that objective. Since Speaker McCarthy is having trouble getting his caucus to just keep the government funded, the betting should be on Stabenow’s p...
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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.