Indonesian Village Cooperatives See Rp 56.8 Billion in Transactions, Fertilizer Tops Sales

Indonesian village cooperatives, operating under the "Merah Putih" (Red and White) banner, achieved a significant transaction value of Rp 56.8 billion throughout 2026. These cooperatives are increasingly serving as crucial distribution centers for essential goods and subsidized commodities.

Data from the KDKMP Information Management System shows a total of 54,316 transactions were processed. Fertilizer was the most sought-after commodity, with NPK Phonska fertilizer leading the sales with Rp 15.09 billion, followed by Urea N 46% fertilizer, which generated Rp 11.27 billion. These figures highlight the significant demand for agricultural inputs through the cooperative network.

Beyond fertilizers, other popular items included cooking oil (Bimoli 2-liter), medium rice (SPHP 5kg), LPG 3kg cylinders, and sugar. The strong sales in these categories underscore the cooperatives' role in providing affordable necessities to local communities.

Minister of Cooperatives, Ferry Juliantono, stated that the government is committed to enhancing the role of these village cooperatives. A recent cabinet meeting, chaired by President Prabowo Subianto, decided that the distribution of subsidized goods, such as 3kg LPG, fertilizers, cooking oil, and rice, will be channeled through the KDKMP network. This initiative aims to ensure wider access and efficient delivery of essential items to the public.