November Rainfall and Crop Impacts in ArgentinaRecent rains have brought significant rain accumulation for Argentina, with precipitation in November exceeding the historical monthly average in most areas. After three years of severe drought, the rainfall is a welcome development for soil moisture levels and aquifers. It has also improved conditions for newly planted summer crops, such as corn, soybeans, and sorghum.However, the situation differs for wheat, where the impact of rain depends on the crop's development stage. In most cases, the recent and currently forecasted rains will not improve yields as wheat fields are generally in more advanced stages. Many areas would, in contrast, benefit from 10–15 days without rain. Some fields are re...
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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.