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Evaluation of Integrated Ethanol Facility. Private Client. GIC examined the viability of a proposed integrated ethanol plant which, in addition to ethanol production, would include facilities devoted to the milliing of wet and dry distiller's grains and dairy and beef cattle production. Specific analysis included market and regulatory assessments, price variability for production inputs/outputs and sensitivity analyses for alternate scenarios.

International Market Research for Colombian Food Products.  GIC teamed with Infoamericas to provide market research services to the Colombian export agency (Proexport). GIC is conducting research on the potential for Colombian  value-added food products in the US, Mexican, and Venezuelan markets. The research entails a competitive assessment of Colombian export products and recommends competitive strategies for targeted markets.

Commodity Re-export and Port Analysis for Asia.  United Soybean Board.  GIC completed a long-term study of soy product shipments to Asia and how to overcome the inefficiencies in shipping to Asia, focusing specifically on logistical issues involving Asian ports.  The study developed a strategy for accessing Asian markets through the establishment of a new re-export port facility for soybeans and soy products located in Asia.

Feedgrains

Entry Strategies in the U.S. Feed Additive Industry. Private Client.  GIC  has researched for a corporate client the U.S. animal feed additive industry: market size, key players' strategies, supply chain, segment analysis, and competitive strategies. GIC has recommended several potential entry  strategies for their products in that industry as a function of the segment of the market.  GIC is currently involved in the implementation of these strategies with this client.

U.S. Wet Corn Milling Subsector Profile.  Survey of wet corn millers in the U.S., with milling capacities, terminal access, and marketing arrangements.

Biotechnology Developments in Durum Wheat.   New technologies for processing  and food products from durum wheat.  Initial market samples and product introductions.

Soy Protein Isolates, Concentrates and Textured Products. 
  For a manufacturer and trader of soy protein products, GIC determined the global annual production, pricing, and manufacturing capabilities of  the #1 and #3 market producers.

Feedgrain Markets in China: Private Client. 
GIC projected demand for three grain products in China in the medium-term based on a number of growth, production and infrastructure development scenarios.

Dairy and Beef Compound Feed Technology and Industry Report.    New technologies employed by top compound feed companies and concentration ratios analysis.

Aquaculture Feed Industry Overview. GIC conducted a pre-feasibility study to determine the financial viability for establishing an ESOP fish meal processing plant in the City of Gloucester.

Corn/Soybeans/Rice 

U.S. Rice Bran Oil Market Situation and Potential.  The GIC Group assessed the U.S. rice bran oil market and analyzed various potential niche markets and investment opportunities.

High Oils Corn Competitive Analysis.  Private Client.  GIC conducted a review of growers, patent holders, industry and consumer uses, and marketing/growing agreements available for high oils corn.

Technical Analysis:  Natural Vitamin E from Corn and Wheat.  Analysis of technology needed for vitamin E extraction and processes for manufacturing consumer grade corn and wheat.  The report included an analysis of technology and potential markets.

Agro-Food Related Vitamins.    Survey of agro-food related vitamins, consumer demand, and industry competition.

Seed

Seed Industry Market Intelligence.  Private Client.  In-depth corporate intelligence on two U.S. seed companies targeted for acquisition.  Included product range, financial viability, management structure, and international activities.

Ethanol

Ethanol Industry:  Market Outlook.   GIC assessed the impact of several proposed regulations on demand for oxygenated fuels.

Other

Subsector Analysis of the U.S. Agribusiness System.  Corporate Client (Fortune 50 Grain Trading and Global Agribusiness Conglomerate).  Conducted monthly profiles of various agribusiness subsectors.  The profiles included market and industry analyses.  Reviews have included power industry deregulation, Canadian grain policy, wet and dry corn milling, feed additives, compound animal feeds, egg products, soy-protein products, and oilseed crushing.

Biodegradable Plastics Corporate Review.  In-depth review of the major players in the biodegradable plastics industry, including product samples, corporate intelligence and recommendations on investment options.

 

 

 


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