Last August 2019, the State Phytosanitary Service (SFE), of the Ministry of Agriculture and
Livestock (MAG), presented the 2018 report on the analysis of pesticide residues on fresh vegetables in Costa Rica for national distribution, and the ones intended to import.
Tag: National
Congress votes 26 over 18 in favor to renew semi-commercial net fishing permits
After a 5 year ban over environmental concerns, Costa Rican congress votes to renew semi-commercial net fishing permits.
Costa Rica to manufacture recycled plastic block
Costa Rica will have it’s first plant to manufacture recycled plastic blocks for all types of construction.
Costa Rica begin Nations League campaign with tough 1-1 tie against Haiti
Thanks to a few great saves by both sides goalkeeper’s, the match last night between Los Ticos and Haiti ended in a 1-1 draw.
Andrea Vargas sets Costa Rican record for 100-meter hurdles
The World Athletics Championships (WAC) in Qatar ended yesterday and Costa Rica was able to close out on a very positive note.
La Selección de Costa Rica announce a new manager
Ronald González, former player, has been named the next manager for the Costa Rican national team.
USA women’s team to host Costa Rica in Florida
November 10th, the Costa Rican women’s national team will head to Jacksonville, Florida for another meeting with the international powerhouse.
Costa Rica celebrates 198 years of Independence
This day marks not only Costa Rica’s independence from Spain, but El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua as well.
Nosara’s trash made into art “Metamorfosis”
Saturday, September 7 was the first meeting of many with collaborators and Costa Rican “Upcycle Artist” Francesco Bracci at our local Nosara Recicla.
Jack Johnson to perform for first time in Costa Rica
The Hawaiian singer-songwriter, and former pro surfer Jack Johnson, known for songs like Banana Pancakes and Better Together, will play for the first time in Costa Rica this upcoming Nov 10th.
Costa Rican superstar goalkeeper to make move to French Ligue 1
It appears as Keylor Navas, standout Costa Rican and Real Madrid goaltender is in France to complete a move to Paris Saint Germain.
Black Mantled Howler Monkeys turning blonde due to pesticides
According to the Regional Institute of Studies of Toxic Substances, Costa Rica uses the most amount of pesticides per hectare of cropland
Costa Rica to face Uruguay in San José
Friday, September 6th Costa Rica and Uruguay will square off in an international friendly that is sure to not disappoint. This will be the first meeting of… Read more “Costa Rica to face Uruguay in San José”
Puente La Amistad to close a minimum of 2 months for repairs
The essential bridge in the route from San Jose to the Nicoya Peninsula for businesses and tourists alike will be closing for maintenance in the coming months.
5 medals earned for Costa Rica in Pan-American games
The Pan American games concluded yesterday and Costa Rica have exited the competition with some hardware. Of the 5 medals earned 4 were bronze and 1 gold… Read more “5 medals earned for Costa Rica in Pan-American games”
XVIII Pan-American games underway in Lima, Peru
The 18th Pan-American games began last Friday the 26th and we are now well into the action. The Pan American Sports Organisation, or PASO for short, are… Read more “XVIII Pan-American games underway in Lima, Peru”
“The Guardians of Nature” from Nosara ranked in the top 30 best environmental projects in Latin America
“Think of the world that you are going to leave your kids”
Dengue fever sees an increase of 71%
Upon the arrival of rainy season each year, Costa Rica experiences it’s fair share of beauty, quickly followed by its challenges. One of those hurdles is the… Read more “Dengue fever sees an increase of 71%”
COPA AMÉRICA 2019 Underway in Brazil
The Copa América in Brazil is well underway and we are now in to the second round of group stage action. With powerhouse squads… Read more “COPA AMÉRICA 2019 Underway in Brazil”