Rosselkhoznadzor, the Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, wants to decrease the volume of grain exports by tightening quarantine and phytosanitary control. It has also requested a ban on shipments through offshore countries. Russian Grain Markets Market Trends: 24-28 November 2014 As the Russian ruble rate dropped, prices on the domestic grain market increased in RUB expression, but declined in USD expression. GEOGRAPHICALLY: 3rd grade soft milling wheat prices continued to grow in Central and Black Soil (+$7-8/MT), the South (+$9.10/MT), Ural (+$9.30/MT), Volga Valley and Siberia (+$4-5/MT).4th grade soft milling wheat prices also increased in Central and Volga Valley (+$6-6.20/MT), the South a...
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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.