The World Market - International Trade An Industry on the Move Glossary Works Cited Not all beverages that are trendy today have the staying power of coffee.
Coffee is important in many peoples' lives and is an important part of our world economy.
Those intimately involved in the coffee business in Europe, the United States, and the world over, recognize Costa Rica for its quality coffee. Although coffee is popular, few people know much about the how's and why's of coffee and how it is an integral part of the Costa Rican economy. The coffee industry in Costa Rica has some unique features in comparison to other countries. Although mega-producers play a role in the production of coffee in this Central American country, small farms are encouraged and flourishing. The presence of small-scale producers has a history in Costa Rica.