El Niño raises temperatures in Costa Rica, and experts warn of increased risk of food spoilage.

The El Niño meteorological phenomenon is causing increased temperatures in Costa Rica, prompting experts to issue warnings regarding a higher risk of food spoilage. As warmer conditions persist, consumers are being urged to exercise greater caution during the purchasing, storage, handling, and thawing of food items to prevent health hazards and foodborne illnesses.

In a separate development within the regional agricultural sector, Colombia imported 1.55 million bags of coffee over the past year against a domestic consumption ranging between 2.32 and 2.4 million bags. Consequently, the National Federation of Cafeteros has requested clear regulations regarding the origin of these imported coffee products.