Indonesian Cooperatives See Major Transactions
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Indonesian village cooperatives, known as Koperasi Desa/Kelurahan Merah Putih, recorded Rp 56.8 billion in transactions in 2026, with fertilizer being the top-selling product. The government aims to establish 35,000 such cooperatives by August to boost village economies and shorten distribution chains. However, concerns have been raised regarding the program's superficiality and the need for stricter oversight.
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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 increasin…
Village Cooperatives: A Superficial Solution?
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