Export Sales and Shipments for March 24-30, 2023 Wheat: Net sales of 193,600 metric tons (MT) for 2022/2023 were up noticeably from the previous week, but down 5 percent from the prior 4-week average. Export shipments of 197,700 MT were down 36 percent from the previous week and 39 percent from the prior 4-week average. Corn: Net sales of 1,246,600 MT for 2022/2023 were up 20 percent from the previous week, but down 26 percent from the prior 4-week average. Export shipments of 1,136,800 MT were up 70 percent from the previous week and 8 percent from the prior 4-week average. Soybeans: Net sales of 155,300 MT for 2022/2023 were down 55 percent from the previous week and 42 percent from the prior 4...
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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.