Costa Rica's pork consumption during the Christmas season is expected to increase by 30%.

According to a report by Costa Rica's "Extra," Carlos Soto, a spokesperson for Costa Rica's Porcina Americana pig farm, pointed out that the most popular pork cuts this season include the loin, shoulder, and ribs, which are classic ingredients for making traditional Christmas food tamales. Additionally, pork leg is the main choice for Christmas and New Year feasts. Pork loin is also gradually gaining more consumer favor, while minced pork ribs and San Luis ribs are popular choices for barbecue gatherings. It is worth mentioning that lard is not only a key ingredient for making tamales, but its use in daily healthy cooking is also increasingly widespread. Regarding year-end pork consumption, the industry suggests that consumers: prioritize products from certified farms that meet official regulatory standards, such as the "Guidelines for the Rational Use of Veterinary Medicines" (BPUMV). Such certifications help ensure product safety and enforce strict regulations on drug use and ...