AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAgriculture & Health: Costa Rica applies pesticides to farmland at more than 10 times the global average, a study found. Banana plantations had the highest estimated use, renewing concerns about chemical exposure and environmental impacts. Public Universities: Lawmakers approved an ₡8.05 billion cut to university funding for 2027 after thousands marched in San José. The reductions affect five public universities, including the Costa Rica Institute of Technology. Artificial Intelligence: Costa Rica scored 56 points in the latest Latin American AI Index, placing it among the region’s “adopter” countries, with capabilities in place but gaps limiting wider deployment. Marine Conservation: Costa Rica accounted for 82% of global silky shark product exports from 2020 to 2024, according to a UN report. The fishery is under CITES review; exports could face suspension if the country cannot demonstrate sustainability.
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