Fernando Naranjo Retana
Fernando Naranjo Retana is the president of the board of directors of the Instituto del Café de Costa Rica (Icafé) and has been a vocal advocate for the coffee industry in Costa Rica. He praised Roque Mata's legacy in the coffee sector and acknowledged his vital role in promoting the Denomination of Origin for Tarrazú coffee.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Fernando Naranjo Retana, president of the Board of Directors of the Coffee Institute of Costa Rica, noted that the international price of coffee has dropped significantly.
‘La agricultura está por el suelo’: dólar barato deja pérdidas millonarias
Costa Rica· 2026-03-06
Fernando Naranjo Retana stated that there is an interest in projecting the sector as 'inefficient' or 'millionaire' to create a negative image in society.
¿Es rentable y competitivo el sector agrícola de Costa Rica?Costa Rica· 2025-12-01
Fernando Naranjo Retana, president of the Board of Directors of the Coffee Institute of Costa Rica, explains the financial pressures faced by coffee producers.
Radiografía del sector agrícola: más de 20.000 empleos perdidos y 13 meses en negativoCosta Rica· 2025-12-01
Fernando Naranjo Retana stated that Roque Mata was a leader who dedicated his life to agriculture.
Fallece Roque Mata, el pionero de la denominación de origen de café TarrazúCosta Rica· 2025-11-07
