Agrifood Innovation in Costa Rica: IICA and a specialized jury picked 15 AgTech startups for the 5th Digital Agriculture Week (Sept. 7–10 in San José), selected from nearly 300 applications across 13 countries, aiming to speed digital transformation in agrifood systems. Climate & Health Watch: Costa Rica’s medical community is warning that El Niño-driven heat, sun exposure, and rainfall shifts can raise risks for cardiovascular, respiratory, skin/allergy, kidney, and occupational problems—especially for children, the elderly, pregnant people, and those with chronic conditions. Biodiversity Meets Coffee: Researchers identified a new endemic night frog living in Costa Rican coffee cultivation areas, highlighting how agroforestry and lower chemical use can support conservation and eco-tourism. Energy & Investment Signals: MPC Caribbean Clean Energy reported strong Q2 generation and revenue across its portfolio, while shareholders approved a US$3.27m sale of an El Salvador solar park, signaling continued regional investor interest. Cross-border Finance/Legal: A U.S. Delaware court affirmed Chapter 15 recognition enforcing nonconsensual third-party releases in a Mexican insolvency case, underscoring how cross-border deals can be upheld. Regional Industry Context: Dole said Q2 revenue rose 2.9% but adjusted EBITDA fell 14.8% due to higher fruit procurement and shipping costs, with currency effects also squeezing margins.