Browse Data and Analysis

Costa Rica’s sugar cane production is forecast to decline 8.31 percent in MY 2017/2018.

On March 12, 2018, Armenia notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of draft amendments to the Unified EAEU Veterinary Requirements and the corresponding forms....

Costa Rica’s food processing sector continues to grow, in response to the demand for ready-to-eat meals and convenience foods.

This report provides information on the export certification requirements of the Government of Costa Rica.

This report outlines Costa Rica’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports.

Costa Rican consumers trust and enjoy the excellent reputation of U.S. food products and ingredients and demand has increased....

In 2017, the retail industry continued its planned expansion with major retailers increasing their presence in the small store segment, targeting customers who shop in convenience....

Transgenic seed varieties have been grown in Costa Rica since 1992 with all seeds being exported to other countries.

After rebounding in 2015/2016 to 8.2 million boxes (40.824 kg.), Costa Rica’s 2016/2017 citrus crop was lower than previously expected reaching 7.9 million boxes.

Costa Rica has a well-developed, competitive hotel/restaurant/institutional (HRI) sector.

Tourism, agriculture, high technology and services are driving Costa Rica’s economy.

Tropical Storm Nate passed through Costa Rica in early October causing widespread damage to infrastructure and to agriculture.