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Collaboration of the 'Merah Putih' Village Cooperative Business Model and Public Kitchens in Supporting Local Food Security Sukaris, Sukaris; Wardana, Havy; Cholifah, Anik Nur; Indarto, Tomi; Suwandi, Suwandi; Wati, Hernum Daya; Suwarno, Suwarno; Widiyawati, Wiwik; Mulyani, Endah
International Journal of Management Science and Information Technology Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): January - June 2026
Publisher : Lembaga Otonom Lembaga Informasi dan Riset Indonesia (KITA INFO dan RISET)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35870/ijmsit.v6i1.6542

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Local food security is a strategic issue in sustainable development, especially amidst challenges in food distribution, unequal access, and increasing nutritional needs of the community. Strengthening community-based food systems has encouraged the emergence of the Merah Putih Village Cooperative (KDMP) as a village economic aggregator and the Free Nutritional Meal Program (MBG) through public kitchens as food providers for vulnerable groups. The collaboration between these two institutions is seen as capable of shortening the supply chain, increasing the absorption of local products, and strengthening the people's economy. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, documentation studies, and focus group discussions, then analyzed using thematic analysis techniques to obtain a comprehensive contextual understanding. The research findings indicate that collaboration between KDMP and public kitchens has significant potential to build a more organized food distribution chain, provide a stable market for village products, and create economic opportunities for local communities. However, institutional fragmentation, technological limitations, varying procurement mechanisms, and the lack of quality standards remain key obstacles. This study concludes that collaborative business models can be an effective strategy for building an inclusive and resilient local food ecosystem if supported by strengthened governance, supply chain digitalization, and cross-sector partnerships. Theoretically, this research contributes to the development of collaborative governance and community-based business models by demonstrating that synergy between local organizations can increase food system resilience while expanding the role of cooperatives as community economic institutions. Consequently, local governments and program managers need to promote collaborative regulation, institutional capacity building, and investment in logistics infrastructure to ensure the sustainability of village-based food systems.
The Merah Putih Village Cooperative-Based People's Economic Model: Institutional Strategy and Regional Policy for Sustainable Village Development Cholifah, Anik Nur; Indarto, Tomi; Setyoningrum, Nilam Enggarsasi; Sukaris; Suwandi; Widiyawati, Wiwik
Ilomata International Journal of Management Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): April 2026
Publisher : Yayasan Sinergi Kawula Muda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61194/ijjm.v7i2.2197

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Introduction: Strengthening the people’s economy is a key strategy in sustainable village development to reduce regional disparities and improve community welfare. The Merah Putih Village Cooperative (KDMP) serves as an institutional instrument to mobilize local economic potential through participation and independence. However, uneven institutional capacity, varying policy support, and limited integration with the local economy hinder its effectiveness. This study examines how institutional strategies and regional policies can optimize the role of village cooperatives. This study contributes by identifying a governance mechanism linking policy orchestration, capacity building, and ecosystem integration, and by proposing a replicable people-centered collaborative governance model that specifies actor roles, coordination mechanisms, and policy leverage points in the KDMP context. Methods: The study uses a qualitative descriptive-explanatory approach based on data from ten informants from five KDMPs and five local village government stakeholders. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, documentation, and supporting questionnaires, and analyzed using thematic analysis to identify recurring institutional and policy patterns. Results: The findings indicate that although KDMPs have formal institutional structures, their effectiveness depends on managerial capacity, policy coordination, and integration within local economic networks. Novelty: These results suggest that strengthening cooperative performance requires not only improved governance but also alignment with the broader economic ecosystem. Contribution: This study offers theoretical insights into enhancing collaborative governance and practical guidance through measurable policy and institutional interventions.