Wheat Argentina’s wheat production for the coming campaign is being divided into three regions. The northern end of the country reduced planted area by 20 percent or more and is suffering severe drought. Yields will be much lower than normal from this region. In the center of the country, planted area fell 7-8 percent from 2019 but rains at the beginning of September helped crop conditions. Even so, more rain is needed now to ensure continued development of the crop. Finally, wheat in the southern end of Argentina (which accounts for 30 percent of the country’s crop) is developing and in good shape with adequate soil moisture. Farmers increased planted area by 10 percent in this region. In total, the Buenos Aires Grain E...
What You Need to Know Today: Commodities were mostly lower across the board today after yesterday’s Federal Reserve meeting hinted at a potential interest rate hike later in 2026. The dollar index reached its highest level in over a year, and a strong dollar makes U.S. agricultural expor...
Key Market Insights Geopolitical Limbo: Geopolitical risk remained a key driver across global commodity markets today. President Trump stated that the Iran memorandum of understanding is not yet final and warned that military action could resume if negotiations fail. Both sides continue w...
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Infrastructure investment due diligence
On behalf of a Canadian oilseed processer WPI's team provided market analysis, econometric modeling and financial due diligence in support of a $24 million-dollar investment in a Ukrainian crush plant. Consistent with WPI's findings, local production to supply the plant and the facility's output have expanded exponentially since the investment. WPI has conducted parallel work on behalf of U.S., South American and European clients, both private and public, in the agri-food space.