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Despite deteriorating political and economic conditions, U.S. food and agricultural exports through the first nine months of 2021 exceeded $300 million – shattering previous annual records – driven by strong commodity prices and increased demand for U.S. feed grains.

Strong global commodity prices and sustained Nicaraguan livestock sector growth helped propel U.S. agricultural exports to Nicaragua through September 2021 to new heights.

Despite being passed in 2010, Nicaraguan biotechnology legislation lacks implementing regulations that would open opportunities for farmers and food processors to integrate new technologies into their operations. While progress on the regulatory...

This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws, technical regulations and import requirements.

This report lists Nicaraguan import requirements for export certification and import permits for agrochemicals, veterinary products, feedstuffs and food products for human consumption.

The Nicaraguan coffee sector is in the middle of the worst crisis of the last decade.

Peanut production fell 14 percent in marketing year (MY) 2018/2019.

This report lists the main Nicaraguan food laws, technical regulations and import requirements.

Nicaragua had a good sugar harvest in Market Year 2018/2019.

This report lists Nicaragua import requirements for export certification and import permits for agrochemicals, veterinary products, feedstuffs and food products for human consumption.

Since signing the Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR) in April 2006, Nicaragua has enjoyed a strong trade relationship with its largest trading partner....