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Costa Rica Launches First Cannabis Medicine Lab | Costa Rica News
Costa Rica just launched its first medicinal cannabis manufacturing lab in Cartago, marking a giant leap from raw exports to producing finished medicines like oils, syrups, and pills—all under one roof. The facility is already creating 85 jobs and plans to hire up to 420 more, fueling economic growth in the region. While products are now shipping to high-demand European markets like Germany and the UK—passing strict EU standards—the country still faces legal hurdles at home, delaying domestic sales. Despite the delays, this milestone proves Costa Rica’s growing capability to compete globally…
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