More Protectionism, More Smuggling

In Costa Rica a considerable increase has been reported in the illegal transfer of agricultural products such as avocados, which have been banned from Mexico for almost three years.

Thursday, April 19, 2018

Crhoy.com reports that "... 'The Fiscal Control Police (PCF) reported a change in the trend of items confiscated in the first quarter of 2018.  This is because they have detected significant shipments related to products such as avocados and garlic."

Authorities at the PCF explained that while they still seize products such as cigarettes and liquor, which have traditionally been the products earning the highest incomes through illegal means, an increase in the smuggling of other goods, such as fruits and vegetables, is striking.

The director of the PCF, Irving Malespín, explained that they illegal entry of  "'... onions, avocados, garlic and even tomatoes,' the official said. Malespín explained that currently avocados fetch a very high price in supermarkets, which may be the reason for irregular transfer in the Southern Zone and Peñas Blancas."

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