Regional News The European weather is shifting more favorably for crop development over the next week with cooler-than-normal temperatures predicted and rains for the southern portion of the continent. The rains will notably include southern Spain, Italy, the Balkans, and parts of Bulgaria and Romania. The following week also features widespread rains for Spain, southern Europe, and the Black Sea. Temperatures, however, will turn warmer in the 8-14-day outlook and offset some of the rains’ benefit. Overall, the predicted rains will not end the drought in Spain and the country’s crop production remains in peril. Russia has reportedly agreed to renew inspections of grain vessels from Ukraine’s ports of Odessa and Cho...
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
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.