Pecan Peanuts Business Report: Issues and Analysis 2020

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the Pecan Peanuts business. It begins with an overview of the Australian pecan industry, examining its current state and potential for growth. The report then forecasts export production for 2021 and 2022, highlighting trends and potential growth. It also delves into the health aspects of pecans, comparing them to other nuts and discussing quality assurance conditions for machinery. Furthermore, the report analyzes the costs associated with a new machine, including a financial analysis of payment plans and a hypothesis test comparing two machines. A pros and cons analysis addresses the question of whether to purchase a new machine. The report also examines customer satisfaction and concludes with an initial SWOT analysis, assessing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats related to possible expansion. Finally, the report presents the reflective account and references.