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

Infographic exploring the growth of U.S. potato products exports over the last 10 years.

This report includes updates for the palm oil PS&D table, including final figures for the 2014/15 Oct/Sept. marketing year (MY). MY 2014/15 output was dampened by floods affecting East Coast Malaysia

Costa has a well-developed tourist sector and is ranked as one of the most visited international destinations.

Costa Rica is an attractive market for U.S. exports. Costa Rica consumers are highly receptive to U.S. food brands, trends and retailers, making the country ripe for export potential.

Costa Rica’ production of oranges declined to 5.4 million boxes (40.824 kg.) during 2014/2015. The crop was probably the worst on record in recent history, according to industry sources.

Since 2010, Costa Rica has joined the craft beer trend with increased imports of craft and specialty beers as well as local microbreweries producing unique brands such as "Segua" and "Libertas".

FAS Costa Rica participated in the National Wine Expo Show on October 7-9, 2015. More than 80 wine distributors distributed wines and complementary products from around the world.

A replanting program will allocate $22.7 million to replant 83,000 ha of old palm oil estates for a three month period starting October 1 to December 31, 2015.

With full implementation of a 7 percent blend in 2015, biodiesel production is forecast to reach 537 million liters, up from 359 million liters in 2014.

Agricultural biotechnology continues to face challenges in Costa Rica.

The United States is the world’s top exporter of processed potato products. Over the past decade those exports have grown 127 percent, reaching a record $1.5 billion in 2014...