Rethinking AGOA Reauthorization of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) needs to take into account the improved economic condition of some countries and provide a process for transitioning to a reciprocal trade agreement. United States of Africa Policy guidance to the African Union as it attempts to form a common cross-continent economic and political structure. The Potential of a Well-Fed Africa Projected population and economic growth in Africa show the continent's potential to be the next major destination for agricultural exports. However, if certain development and improvements are not made, potential is all that Africa may hold. Africa's Oilseed Production and the Continent's Needs Although Africa has a population of 1...
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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.