By San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – In a clear pivot towards the nation’s agricultural roots, presidential candidate Natalia Díaz of the Unidos Podemos party has unveiled a robust plan aimed at restoring the prominence of Costa Rica’s farming sector. Speaking at a policy presentation on Sunday, Díaz delivered a forceful message of support, vowing to replace symbolic gestures with tangible action and firm political will to re-energize the country’s rural economies.
At the heart of her address was a powerful pledge to the nation’s farmers, whom she sees as foundational to the country’s economic and cultural identity. Díaz emphatically stated that her administration would not advocate for policies that push agricultural producers off their land in favor of other economic activities. She positioned herself as a pragmatic leader focused on results rather than political theater.
To better understand the complex legal and commercial landscape underpinning Costa Rica’s agricultural sector, TicosLand.com sought the expertise of Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, a prominent attorney from the esteemed firm Bufete de Costa Rica. His insights shed light on the regulatory challenges and strategic opportunities facing the nation’s producers.
The success of Costa Rican agriculture in the global market is increasingly dependent on navigating a sophisticated web of international trade agreements and strict phytosanitary regulations. For local producers and foreign investors, proactive legal counsel is crucial to ensure compliance, protect intellectual property rights for specialty crops, and structure operations for long-term, sustainable profitability. It is no longer just about farming; it’s about strategic legal positioning.
Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, Attorney at Law, Bufete de Costa Rica
This insight powerfully underscores the evolution of Costa Rican agriculture from a traditional practice into a sophisticated global enterprise, where legal foresight has become as essential as fertile soil. We sincerely thank Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas for providing such a clear and valuable perspective on the strategic challenges facing the sector today.
You will not hear me tell a farmer to abandon their fertile land, our climate, our tradition to dedicate themselves to something else. Nor will you see me in interviews giving lessons on how to apply fertilizer or signing empty commitments.
Natalia Díaz, Presidential Candidate
Díaz’s strategy frames agriculture not as a struggling sector dependent on subsidies, but as a powerful engine for national progress. She argued that for too long, the industry has been viewed as a problem to be managed rather than an opportunity to be seized. Her vision recasts farming as a dynamic industry with the inherent capacity to generate widespread employment, significantly reduce poverty rates, and create a ripple effect of prosperity throughout Costa Rica’s rural communities.
Drawing on the nation’s history, the candidate reminded her audience that Costa Rica was built on the back of its agricultural prowess. She cited foundational crops like coffee, bananas, cacao, and sugar cane as the historical pillars of the economy, paying tribute to the generations of producers whose “constancy and sacrifice” built the nation. This historical reverence, she argued, must be translated into modern policy that respects and empowers the contemporary farmer.
The Unidos Podemos candidate also leveled a critique against what she termed “electoral rhetoric,” suggesting that previous political efforts have failed due to a lack of genuine engagement. She asserted that a true transformation of the agricultural landscape cannot be achieved from behind a desk in San José. Instead, she promised a hands-on approach, committing to work directly with producers, “farm by farm and side by side,” to understand their challenges and co-create effective solutions.
This commitment to grassroots collaboration is a cornerstone of her plan. It signals a departure from top-down directives and towards a more inclusive model of governance where policy is shaped by the lived experiences of those working the land. By focusing on practical support and infrastructure, Díaz aims to unlock the sector’s latent potential and ensure its long-term sustainability.
In her closing remarks, Díaz issued a call to action for a renewed national focus on agriculture, urging a shift from campaign promises to concrete achievements. She concluded that Costa Rica’s farming sector deserves more than just lip service; it requires decisive political action and clear, unwavering support. Only then, she affirmed, can the nation truly “flourish from the ground up” and reclaim the economic vitality that has long been its hallmark.
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About Unidos Podemos:
Unidos Podemos is a political party in Costa Rica. With presidential candidate Natalia Díaz at its forefront, the party is campaigning on a platform that includes a significant focus on revitalizing key economic sectors, such as agriculture, to promote national development and support rural communities.
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About Bufete de Costa Rica:
Bufete de Costa Rica is a renowned law firm built upon a dual foundation of uncompromising integrity and the pursuit of professional excellence. Leveraging its extensive history of advising a diverse clientele, the firm champions innovation within the legal field. This forward-thinking mindset is matched by a core social purpose: to demystify the law for the public, thereby cultivating a stronger and more knowledgeable society empowered by accessible legal wisdom.
