Jenis Usaha Koperasi Desa Merah Putih - Sedesa ID

Summary

This video focuses on the development of the Red and White Village Cooperatives (Merah Putih Village) and how they can contribute to local economic growth. The speaker, Ari Sedesa, discusses various business models that cooperatives can adopt, from grocery stores and savings and loan units to health services, storage, logistics, and tourism. The key takeaway is that cooperatives must align with local needs, avoid hasty decisions, and promote collaboration with existing community groups. Emphasizing gradual growth and constant evaluation, the video encourages sustainable and community-focused cooperative development for long-term success.

Takeaways

• 😀 Village cooperatives should align their businesses with local needs, not just follow trends or regulations blindly.
• 😀 There are different types of cooperative businesses, including grocery stores, savings and loan units, pharmacies, storage facilities, logistics, and tourism-related businesses.
• 😀 The Red and White Village cooperative program aims to establish cooperatives that are not only compliant with regulations but also relevant to the local village economy.
• 😀 Successful cooperatives must provide affordable prices, ensuring stability in local markets, especially for basic necessities.
• 😀 Savings and loan business units in cooperatives should offer low-interest loans to ease the financial burden on members.
• 😀 Health-related services, such as pharmacies or clinics, are crucial in rural areas with limited access to medical facilities.
• 😀 Cooperatives can help with agricultural product distribution through logistics and cold storage services, improving market access and reducing product wastage.
• 😀 Village tourism businesses can thrive if cooperatives collaborate with existing tourism groups or focus on untapped roles like managing tour packages or accommodations.
• 😀 Craft-producing villages can benefit from cooperatives by acting as distributors or showrooms for local crafts, promoting local products.
• 😀 Key to a successful cooperative is understanding local potential and needs, ensuring that each business model is relevant and tailored to the community.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the Merah Putih Village cooperative program?

The main focus of the Merah Putih Village cooperative program is to encourage the establishment of village cooperatives that are not only compliant with regulations but also relevant to the local needs and capable of running sustainable business units based on the village's potential.

Why should cooperatives not rush into opening businesses without understanding the needs of the community?

Cooperatives should align their business ventures with the specific needs of the community. Rushing into opening businesses without understanding these needs could lead to ineffective or unnecessary ventures that do not serve the community's best interests.

What are some of the types of business units that the Merah Putih Village cooperative can run?

The Merah Putih Village cooperative can run various business units, including cheap grocery stores, savings and loan services, pharmacies or clinics, warehouses or cold storage, logistics and distribution services, and businesses that leverage the local potential such as tourism or craft production.

How does the Merah Putih Village cooperative aim to stabilize prices at the local level?

The cooperative aims to provide affordable prices for basic necessities, not only for its members but also for the entire community. This approach helps maintain price stability and ensures that basic goods remain accessible.

What is the role of collaboration between the cooperative and other local entities like Boomdes and MSMEs?

Collaboration between the cooperative, Boomdes (village-owned businesses), and MSMEs is essential to avoid redundant business units and ensure that resources and efforts are coordinated. This helps prevent competition and enhances the overall effectiveness of the cooperative's impact on the village economy.

What makes the savings and loan business unit of a cooperative different from other types of loans?

The savings and loan business unit in a cooperative is designed to be more equitable and offer lower interest rates compared to traditional lenders or loan sharks. The goal is to ease the financial burden on cooperative members by providing affordable and fair loan terms.

Why is it important for a cooperative to open a pharmacy or clinic in certain villages?

In villages that face limited access to medical services, a cooperative pharmacy or clinic can provide crucial healthcare resources, such as medicines and basic medical services, addressing a significant public health need in these areas.

What is the significance of building a cold storage unit in agricultural or coastal villages?

In agricultural or coastal villages, a cold storage unit helps preserve perishable goods like vegetables, fruits, and fish. This ensures that the harvest does not spoil quickly, enabling farmers and fishermen to sell their products at better prices and reduce waste.

How can cooperatives contribute to the logistics and distribution of village products?

Cooperatives can establish logistics and distribution services to help bridge the gap between local producers and broader markets. This can reduce distribution costs and make it easier to sell village products, whether within the local market or to external partners, ensuring fairer access to market opportunities.

What is the recommended approach for selecting a business unit for a cooperative?

The approach to selecting a business unit should be based on local needs research, involving citizens from the start, and developing a business model gradually. It’s crucial to ensure that the chosen business is aligned with the specific needs of the village and its potential, rather than simply following trends or regulations.