Regional News European farmers are flexing their political muscles and proving just how much weight they carry with lawmakers. Farmers have been protesting all week across France, Spain, and Italy in response to various national and EU-level policies (e.g., Germany’s fuel subsidies) as well as the perceived threats to their on-farm livelihoods posed by Ukrainian grain imports. The protests have prompted the EU to propose measures to manage or control grain and agricultural product imports from Ukraine. Farmers blocked the Dutch-Belgian border on Friday as well as roads in Greece while Polish farmers shut border crossings with Ukraine. Milling Wheat EU wheat futures were mostly lower last week but posted a sizeable...
What You Need to Know Today: Crude oil prices extended their rally today, supported by several developments, including escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian oil infrastructure and growing concerns about supply disruptions. The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to remove 50 perc...
Regional News Dry weather across the UK and Europe is becoming increasingly concerning for the 2027 crops as planting intentions are lowered amid dry soil conditions. Delayed sowing or establishment under adverse conditions could leave crops more vulnerable to frost/freeze events and dise...
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.