CBAMing Meat The EU is scheduled to soon publish a revised animal welfare directive that could impact suppliers in other countries. Much the way Brussels fussing over phone charging cords forced a USB-C standard globally, the impending animal welfare standards may have less to do with science than human whim. This is because much of the pressure for new standards is coming from layman claiming a moral imperative. Green Member of Parliament Tilly Metz is even suggesting that there be a Minister for Animal Welfare to ensure it receives priority. Meanwhile, Europe’s livestock producers are demanding fair competition, meaning imported meat must be raised in the same manner. This means a border measure such as the Carbon Board Adju...
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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.