Export Sales for Dec 31, 2021 – Jan 6, 2022. Wheat: Net sales of 264,400 metric tons (MT) for 2021/2022 were up noticeably from the previous week, but down 20 percent from the prior 4-week average. Corn: Net sales of 457,700 MT for 2021/2022 were up 79 percent from the previous week, but down 59 percent from the prior 4-week average. Soybeans: Net sales of 735,600 MT for 2021/2022 were up 92 percent from the previous week, but down 1 percent from the prior 4-week average. Soybean Cake and Meal: Net sales of 104,200 MT for 2021/2022 were up noticeably from the previous week, but down 16 percent from the prior 4-week average. Soybean Oil: Net sales reductions of 2,900 MT...
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.