Since they began operations in 2016, they have processed over one million coconuts into a range of premium coconut oils, coconut foods, and coconut beauty topicals.
What We Discuss With Ebun
• The journey from starting Kokari Coconuts in a kitchen to becoming a major player in the coconut processing industry in Nigeria and beyond.
• Challenges faced as a new entrant trying to break into the multi-billion dollar coconut industry.
• Being on the brink of bankruptcy due to non-payment by a major customer.
• What efforts is Kokari Coconuts & Company making to promote local coconut cultivation and reduce the country's dependence on imports?
• The importance of sustainability in Kokari’s operations and how the company is working towards reducing its environmental footprint.
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