Among the animal proteins, only milk has lower GHG emissions than poultry eggs. This is because in a sense, they are both renewable farm products. A cow produces thousands of pounds of milk and a hen lays hundreds of eggs. The egg industry is emphasizing its sustainability attributes in a bid to grow the industry at a faster rate. The number of eggs available per person has been falling (see graph below) as people out produce hens. The industry is improving its climate footprint faster than other industry sectors through improved feed efficiency, housing advancements and manure management. Egg substitutes have been available for years but have never gained more than a small foothold. Given the emphasis on meat alternatives, eggs may...
Key Market Insights The broad market is locked in on this week’s Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing, but this is no longer just a trade summit. Increasingly, the meeting is becoming tied directly to Iran, energy security, and the growing global economic fallout from disruptions through the Strai...
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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.