President Prabowo Subianto asserts that the establishment of 800081 Merah Putih Village Cooperatives aims to promote economic independence among the people and eradicate the exploitative practices of middlemen and loan sharks that have long affected farmers in rural areas. During the inauguration of the program in Bentangan Village, Klaten Regency, Central Java, the President emphasized the importance of addressing issues such as post-harvest losses due to lack of proper storage facilities and transportation. He also highlighted the challenges farmers face in accessing subsidized fertilizer, citing bureaucratic hurdles that hinder distribution. Additionally, Prabowo pointed out how middlemen take advantage of farmers in need of immediate funds, driving them towards loan sharks who charge high daily interest rates. The President views the Merah Putih Village Cooperatives as a transformative solution to break the cycle of exploitation and empower farmers to achieve financial stability. By taking bold and decisive actions, he believes that Indonesia can overcome longstanding challenges and support agricultural sustainability for future generations.