Horticulture plays a role in achieving the SDGs, especially in promoting an inclusive economy, encouraging the growth of technology and infrastructure, investment, business models and alleviation of hunger in the world. In sustainable development, farmers can participate actively and benefit from the development of horticulture through out inclusive economic development, increasing the competence of farmers, working with decent work, and getting a fair income. In the case of Mangosteen plantation, it is essential to meet five principles in promoting sustainability of the production and food system.
First, there is the need to increase productivity and added value in the food system. Second, protecting natural resources within production system is crucial. Third, there should improve livelihoods and promoting inclusive economic growth. Fourth, it is important to increase the resilience of humans, communities, and ecosystems. Fifth, the principle to adapt good governance in supply chain.
Mangosteen farmers in Tanggamus have a major problem related to two extreme seasons and temperature in their areas i.e. prolonged dry season and a very high intensity of rain, affecting the growth and yield of the Mangosteen. This can be related to Climate Change issues. Climate change can affect the yield and quality of the Mangosteen produced, and this can cause changes in the selling price which will directly affect the income of Mangosteen farmers. An understanding climate change as an issue that affects various aspects of the surrounding area is important. Thus, it is necessary to have innovation in improving and restoring soil health, managing water and preventing lack of water, and mainstreaming biodiversity conservation and protecting ecosystem functions.