Trade, the Election and the Future Renegotiating trade agreements and improving citizen understanding are necessary public policy goals. The Importance of Free Trade Agreements to Livestock More than most other commodities, red meat is subject to trade restrictions around the globe. However, free trade agreements (FTAs) have circumvented or eliminated many traditional barriers and benefitted exporting nations. U.S. Soy Sector and Free Trade Agreements The U.S. has benefitted from free trade agreements, particularly those with Morocco and Colombia. The soy sector has also enjoyed some growth in exports to several of the signatory countries. Commodity Market Review There are several factors involved in the resounding rally in soybean,...
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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.