Wheat This week Argentina saw low intensity rains, but they again fell on areas that at this moment do not have any need of the moisture. On the other hand, the western portion of the agricultural area and a large part of the nucleus region continue to suffer with no rain. Many farmers have already lost the sowing window and are moving directly to summer crops while others are seeing their wheat sown with moisture at the lower limit of what is possible. Now is the time when producers decide whether to fertilize or not. Fertilizing is expensive, and to do so and then not have rain is to increase economic losses. With weekly progress of almost 10 percent, wheat planting is already over 80 percent of the expected area. Rain in t...
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...
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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.