Brazil has secured market access in Costa Rica through the country’s recognition of Brazilian phytosanitary certification for common beans. In 2024, agricultural exports to Costa Rica reached USD 272 million, with key products including cereals and soybeans. This is Brazil’s fourth new market entry in 2025, adding to a total of 304 opportunities internationally since early 2023.
The Brazilian government has officially announced that Costa Rica will recognize Brazil’s phytosanitary certification, facilitating Brazilian exports of common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) to the country. In 2024, Brazil’s agricultural exports to Costa Rica exceeded USD 272 million, primarily comprising cereals, flours, soybean products, and forestry goods. This certification achievement represents Brazil’s fourth new market access gained in 2025, contributing to a total of 304 new trade opportunities across 63 countries since early 2023.
Brazil has been actively expanding its agricultural export markets, particularly in Central America. The collaboration between Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been pivotal in achieving recent market access objectives. Recognizing the phytosanitary certification is a crucial step in ensuring that Brazilian agricultural products meet the health standards required by Costa Rica, thereby promoting trade relations.
Brazil’s recent agreement with Costa Rica to recognize its phytosanitary certification for common beans marks a significant milestone in expanding its agricultural export markets. This development not only enhances trade relations but also reflects Brazil’s strategic efforts to diversify its export destinations in the agricultural sector.
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