Costa Rica has a moderate climate with different seasons of weather patterns. Onshore breezes and thermal convection on the Pacific coast cause wet seasons and dry seasons across the country. In the north the wet season is from around May to October, and in the south it spans from around April to December. The wet seasons then alternate with the dry seasons in the north and south from December to April, and May to October respectively. The Caribbean also brings northeasterly trade winds trade winds that provide the eastern coast of Costa Rica with year-round precipitation. In the mountain regions of the country there tends to be less precipitation with a warm and temperate climate. All of these weather patterns allow Costa Rica to have varying growing seasons with proper precipitation for crops.¹

Costa Rica's temperate climate and ideal precipitation create much agricultural land. The fertile soil throughout the country allows for many large farms and numerous crops to grow. Although different region have varying crops, all areas of Costa Rica have the ability to farm due to the environment. In the highlands the main crops are sugar and coffee, both being large exports as well. In the Caribbean lowlands there are many large scale banana farms, which serve to provide for the country and other nations. Throughout the mainland of the country there are also many small fruit farms that cultivate fruits and vegetables such as pineapple, melons, mangos, avocados, plantains, carrots, potatoes, coconuts, etc. Additionally, much of the southern Pacific lowlands produce palm oil for domestic use.¹

With water on both sides of the country fishing is a large industry in Costa Rica. There are regulations to prevent overfishing in certain areas, however, this has not prevented the fishing industry from providing ample fish to the citizens of Costa Rica and other countries. The Pacific coast is home to the main ocean fishing industry, with the dominant catches being tuna and shrimp. The supply is both exported and used domestically for a protein source. Additionally, Costa Rica houses many tilapia fish farms that are also used as both exports and a domestic food item.¹