Failed Prop 12 Strategy Some members of the U.S. Congress urged on by governors in 11 states are proposing legislation that would prevent state and local jurisdictions from regulating food practices impacting other jurisdictions. The goal is to reverse the Supreme Court’s ruling in favor of California’s Prop 12 animal welfare requirements now impacting the pork industry. The bill is dead on arrival because support is shallow and a large California delegation is prepared to block it. The question is why is California the only state regulating in such a fashion? The way to win on this issue is to take the Court’s ruling to its absurdity. The 11 governors should be urging their legislatures to create their own state standard...
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) enters its mandated six-year review on 1 July. The original intent of the review is outlined in Article 34.7, which obligates members to: Provide recommendations and decide on appropriate actions. Extend the USMCA for another 16 years and meet aga...
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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.