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The purpose of this paper is to present a case which illustrates the mechanism and factors of learning regions with knowledge\u2010based development engaged in growing agricultural activities such as organic agriculture.<\/jats:italic><\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Design\/methodology approach<\/jats:title>The paper is a case study of a Mexican cooperative.<\/jats:italic><\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Findings<\/jats:title>The case study illustrates how organic agriculture standards and the attractiveness of the market change the rural setting by promoting knowledge creation and application in the field. The results of such knowledge generation are endogenous growth practices for people who otherwise abandon agriculture as a means of living. Learning, innovating and networking are requirements and outcomes of following organic standards. Simultaneously, the creation of efficient institutions and the solidity of local governance are promoted within the region.<\/jats:italic><\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Research limitations\/implications<\/jats:title>This paper focuses on the description of the case rather than the theoretical features. This paper highlights characteristics and critical elements present in an agricultural success through the depiction of knowledge creation within a cooperative and surrounding community, that pose elements which consequently can be extended to promote regional development in other rural settings.<\/jats:italic><\/jats:p><\/jats:sec>Originality\/value<\/jats:title>Characteristics of the organic industry place a region in a competitive position and encourage community involvement to coordinate, to learn, and to improve processes. 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