Compared to other Latin American countries, Costa Rica has good indicators of economic growth and social development. However, social inequality and spatial disparities are growing.

A part of the rural population of Costa Rica feels left behind by the changes, and has lost confidence in the political system. This is jeopardizing the country's governance.

This paper proposes a certificate for small-scale family agriculture as an instrument for promoting social and territorial cohesion. This would help family agriculture compete with imports and ensure good sales levels and attractive prices.