Wheat: Net sales of 273,000 metric tons for delivery in the 2018/2019 were down 61 percent from the previous week and 37 percent from the prior 4-week average. Corn: Net sales of 548,000 MT for 2018/2019 were up 2 percent from the previous week, but down 18 percent from the prior 4-week average. Soybeans: Net sales of 270,400 MT for 2018/2019 were down 86 percent from the previous week and 76 percent from the prior 4-week average. Soybean Cake and Meal: Net sales of 152,100 MT for 2018/2019 were down 20 percent from the previous week, but up 2 percent from the prior 4-week average. Soybean Oil: Net sales of 33,800 MT for 2018/2019 were down 8 percent from the previous wee...
What You Need to Know Today: After a period of limited activity, USDA reported a sizeable 613 KMT in soybean export sales, including 330 KMT to China and 283 KMT to unknown destinations, potentially also China. The purchases represent a meaningful pickup in demand and bring China closer to ful...
Key Takeaways: Consumer spending is a key driver of the U.S. economy, and the latest retail sales data indicate that spending remains robust despite inflation. In September, total retail and food service sales rose more than 6 percent year-over-year, with food service spending up 7 percent and...
The Trump import plan for 300,000 MT of beef supplies used for ground beef, i.e., lean trim, from September through November has, according to Secretary Brooke Rollins, brought some relief to beef prices. The Executive Order states that the Secretary of Agriculture will analyze and review the m...
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.