The major crisis of the year so far was the October government shutdown. After three weeks, a deal was cut to reopen the government and set new dates for budget deadlines. Government funds run out on 15 January and Congress is supposed to have a new budget plan on the table by 13 December. That makes this the halftime break of the fiscal fight where both sides, Democrats and Republicans, are reviewing their first half performance, their opponents' performance and planning new strategic and tactical moves for the second half.However, the halftime locker room report doesn't reveal any new, dramatic, game-changing plays or strategies. As we have reported many times before, this is the same old game. We've had either a major stimulus or deficit...
What You Need to Know Today: Chinese purchases of U.S. soybeans continued to accelerate, with USDA reporting another 558 KMT sold to China and 236 KMT to unknown destinations. Combined with sales announced Wednesday and Thursday, the latest purchases bring the three-day total to approximately...
Key Takeaways: With the fall calf run now upon us, producers are finally getting a glimpse of what their realized profits will be for 2026. Some producers may have already obtained a strong estimate of 2026 revenues, especially if calves were forward sold in, for example, the mid-summer...
As fall begins, wild migratory birds are starting their seasonal migration. That has the industry and government officials worried about the potential spread, again, of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Some members of Congress have called for the United States to be prepared for a pote...
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.