date:May 23, 2016
ayer in the papaya market. One of the varieties it grows is the Pococ, which is exported to Canada. This variety is unique to Costa Rica and its seeds are supplied by the National University and the Ministry of Agriculture. The variety is sweet and slightly firmer than the Maradol from Mexico or Brazil. It is also very popular amongst Canadian consumers. The country exports mainly to Canada and is not very interested in the European market, as shipping times to Europe are much longer. Furthermor