Indonesia's Coffee Export to Algeria Highlights Cooperative Success

Local Cooperative Achieves Global Market Penetration

In a significant breakthrough for Indonesian agricultural exports, 96 tons of coffee from Subang, West Java, have been successfully shipped to Algeria. This export was made possible through the efforts of Koperasi Produsen Gunung Luhur Berkah, a local cooperative that has demonstrated the ability to meet international market standards.

Government Support and Recognition

The export was officially launched by Minister of Cooperatives, Ferry Juliantono, who expressed pride in the cooperative's achievement. Juliantono highlighted the importance of this success not only for Subang but as a national achievement, stating, "Terima kasih kepada semua yang sudah secara langsung maupun tidak langsung menjadikan Koperasi Produsen Gunung Luhur Berkah ini bisa menjadi eksportir dan naik kelas mendunia." (Thank you to everyone who has directly or indirectly enabled Koperasi Produsen Gunung Luhur Berkah to become an exporter and rise to a global level.)

Impact on Local Producers

This successful export demonstrates the potential for Indonesian coffee producers to access international markets through cooperative efforts. The shipment of 96 tons across five containers underscores the scale of production that can be achieved when local farmers work together through cooperatives. The success in reaching Algeria, a significant market in North Africa, opens up new opportunities for Indonesian coffee in regions beyond traditional markets.

Future Prospects

The achievement of Koperasi Produsen Gunung Luhur Berkah serves as an inspiration for other cooperatives and small-scale producers in Indonesia. It highlights the importance of cooperative models in achieving economies of scale and meeting the quality standards required for international trade. As Indonesia continues to promote its coffee exports, successes like this will be crucial in establishing the country's presence in the global coffee market.