Russian Grains Market: 6-10 June 2022 Russian markets remained bearish, however the market where prices are formed – Black Sea export market – was more dead than alive. Export purchases are a gamble because of the unclear situation on the Ukrainian front. Azov and Black Sea ports trading is exclusively Russian now, but sporadic negotiations are under way between Russia, Turkey, and other countries to unblock this direction. Obviously, this is not currently in Russia’s interest as it can continue robbing Ukraine of its grain, move it further to Crimea, load onto vessels and move worldwide receiving a premium price which is being formulated in the world. Russia is also enjoying additional revenue to the federal budge...
CORN Argentina In Argentina, after several weeks of intense and frequent rainfall, weather conditions have improved, with clear days, dry cold, and wind supporting both soil and grain drying. Harvest activity has resumed; however, producers continue to prioritize soybeans, limiting progress in...
Update for 6 April 2025: Last year, users pointed out differences between the 5-year averages reported in this app and what USDA estimates in its weekly report. The difference exists because WPI calculates average based on the last 5 years of observations for the current week. In cases where ob...
The corn and soy complex closed higher, with the wheat market mixed, as winter wheat closed up but spring wheat and livestock ended lower. Part of the strength for corn and soybeans may have been a weather premium, as crop planting has started out fast but warm weather has been slow to develop...
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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.