Free school meals transform small tempeh business into booming success

A home-based tempeh business in Kulon Progo, Yogyakarta, has grown rapidly thanks to Indonesia's free meal program. The business, run by Khoiri Rosyidin and his wife Sisika, now supplies tempeh to schools participating in the government initiative. Tempeh is a traditional Indonesian food made from fermented soybeans. It is a common source of protein in local diets. The program provides free meals to students, creating steady demand for small food producers like Rosyidin's. His business has expanded to meet this new demand. The initiative aims to improve child nutrition while supporting local economies. Small suppliers benefit from consistent orders and reliable income. Rosyidin's success shows how government food programs can boost small businesses. His tempeh operation has become a key supplier for the free meal effort in the region.