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In this exclusive episode of Backbenching with Vivek, we sit down with Venkata Vikas Vepuri, founder of CocoMunzzz, to explore how he built India’s first all-coconut café and launched a sustainable food brand that empowers coconut farmers and revolutionizes the F&B industry.

Based in Vijayawada, CocoMunzzz sources coconuts directly from local farmers, promoting sustainability, Coconut Farming, fair trade, and agricultural dignity. From tender coconut affogato, coconut gelato, smoothies, and coconut milk-based desserts to their eco-conscious café experience, Vikas shares how he's transforming a traditional fruit into a modern health-focused brand.

In this episode, we cover:
How Coco Munzzz became India’s first coconut-themed café
How to start food business in india
Business model behind sourcing coconuts directly from Telugu farmers
Benefits of coconut-based products for health and wellness
Vikas Vepuri’s entrepreneurial journey from idea to brand launch
How Coco Munzzz supports sustainable agriculture and rural livelihoods
Insights for aspiring Telugu entrepreneurs, food startups, and eco-conscious brands

One Coconut, Thousands of Farmers, One Big Dream. Whether you're passionate about startups in India, organic food businesses, or Telugu entrepreneurship, this podcast is packed with insights and inspiration.

Don’t miss this powerful business story from Andhra Pradesh that blends tradition, innovation, and impact.

Backbenching with Vivek యొక్క ఈ exclusive episode లో, మేము Coco Munzzz founder Venkata Vikas Vepuri తో కలిసి ఆయన India లోని first all-coconut café ఎలా ప్రారంభించారో మరియు coconut farmers ను empower చేస్తూ, F&B industry ని ఎలా revolutionize చేశారో explore చేయబోతున్నాం.

Vijayawada లో base అయి ఉన్న Coco Munzzz, local farmers నుండి coconuts ను direct గా source చేస్తుంది, sustainability, fair trade, మరియు agricultural dignity ను promote చేస్తుంది.

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Chapters
00:00 - Sneak Peek
01:00 - Introduction
01:54 - Start of the Podcast
03:00 - Challenges in the Coconut Industry
08:35 - Reasons for Choosing the Coconut Industry
10:26 - Coconut-Based Industries
12:43 - Journey Into the Coconut Business
15:05 - India Failed in Exporting Coconuts
17:19 - Produce vs. Tonnage: Key Differences in Coconut Farming
19:30 - Launching a Coconut Industry
21:20 - Lease Agreement Issues in Coconut Farming
22:42 - Early Struggles in Coconut Processing
23:54 - Types of Oils in the Market
28:00 - Why Olive Oil Isn’t for Cooking?
29:12 - Impact of COVID-19 on the Coconut Market
33:43 - The Three M’s: Money, Manpower, and Material
36:20 - Rising Demand for Virgin Coconut Oil
39:32 - China's High-Volume Production Strategy
40:20 - Disadvantages of Credit score in Business
41:06 - Insights Into Vikas’s Personal Life
41:50 - Creation of Coco Munzzz Brand
43:00 - Difference Between Coconut and Palm Trees
44:23 - Situation after Coco Munzzz
44:35 - Building the Moat for Coco Munzzz
47:01 - Initial Failures of Coco Munzzz
48:44 - Marketing Mistakes During Coco Munzzz’s Early Days
51:01 - Coco Munzzz’s Entry to Catering
53:31 - Solving Farmers’ Challenges in Coconut Farming
55:51 - The Connection Between Cocoa and Coconut
57:32 - India’s First Coconut Café: A Game-Changer
1:01:53 - Common Mistakes People Make.
1:04:45 - Why Business on Lease is Risky?
1:08:25 - The Dark Side of Government Subsidies
1:10:58 - Final Takeaways from Vikas
1:12:14 - Nilofer Cafe Branding
1:12:38 - End of the Podcast
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Venkata Vika Vepuri
Instagaram: www.instagram.com/venkatavikasvepuri
Facebook: www.facebook.com/venkatavikas.vepuri

CocoMunzzz
Instagaram: www.instagram.com/cocomunzzz
Website: cocomunzzz.com
YouTube:    / @cocomunzzz  
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