Abstract
The objective of this study was to know the effects of the innovation, transferred through the Centers of Technological Innovation (CITE), to the organic producers of Arequipa. A total of 68 organic producers were evaluated, of which 62.90% were women, ranging in age from 24 to 64 years, and a mean age of 44 years, 62.91% have primary and secondary education levels, 41.93% of families have between 4 and 5 members in their family, and 38.71% have only 2 family members who work in the productive unit. We used instruments such as a questionnaire to know the effects of the innovation, an informal interview and statistical information of the Regional Government of Arequipa. The results indicate that product, process, organizational and marketing innovation have positive effects on the level of productivity (which has the purpose of increasing efficiency and effectiveness in the use of resources), in the increase of the income, the generation of quality employment, improving the quality of life, not only of the organic producers, but also to be real-life examples to enhance the economic, social and environmental sustainability. No significant relationships have been found between the government and organic producers.