Experts in Kenya are saying that the government will not be able to terminate the duty-free importation of white maize at the end of September as planned because of one major issue. Meanwhile, scientists there have taken a certain step regarding GM strains. Regional Updates MIDDLE EAST/MEDITERRANEAN COMMENTS Egypt has announced that it will sieve the two wheat cargoes it claims contain drug-producing poppy seeds before deciding whether to reject them. However, both the shipper and the French Embassy contacted the Egyptian government to point out that the type noted – papaver rhoeas (common poppy) – is a harmless poppy seed found quite often in wheat fields. Any rejection because of poppy seeds could result in international companies refu...
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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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.