The article highlights the impact of Costa Rica's 'Rice Road' policy, which reduced import tariffs on rice from 35% to 4% since August 2022, as reported by local news outlets and the National Rice Company (Conarroz). The policy has led to a significant decrease in rice production, with a 63% drop as of May, and a reduction in the cultivated area. The judiciary temporarily suspended the policy in April, reinstating the 35% tariff due to its negative impact on producers and failure to benefit consumers. The article also points out that importers have not passed on the cost savings to consumers. Farmers believe this is their last chance to resume production if the 35% tariff is restored, as the policy not only affects their employment but also threatens national food security.