Regional News The EU Commission is proposing new support measures for farmers after widespread protests rocked the region in recent weeks. Farmers were pushing back against the suite of regulations aimed at making European farming more climate friendly. Russia attacked the Ukrainian port city of Odesa on Friday and killed at least 20 people with more than 70 wounded. The event reminded global grain markets of the geopolitical risks the ongoing war in Ukraine presents. The EU is reportedly considering banning imports of food and agricultural products from Russia and Belarus in a move designed to enhance sanctions against the former country and placate European farmers. Farmers in Europe have been complaining that imports of Ru...
What You Need to Know Today: Russia rejected calls for a ceasefire in the Black Sea, including a proposal to halt attacks on civilian shipping that could help restore grain flows from Ukrainian ports. Tyson Foods announced plans to permanently close its Joslin, Illinois, beef processing facili...
We have described the long-term investment climate in crop and livestock production, using data primarily from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The data provided background on the current investment climate and outlook for agricultural capital formation. Our conclusion was that investment...
From WPI Consulting
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.