The Ketchikan Agricultural Producers Association (KAPA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering food security and creating economic opportunities for the greater Ketchikan Gateway community. We strive to achieve this by centralizing resources and providing support to local food producers in growing, processing, selling, and marketing their products.
Our MissionKAPA’s mission is to enhance food security, equitable food access, and economic opportunity in the Ketchikan Gateway community by providing the infrastructure, resources, and support needed by local food producers—including fishermen, foragers, growers, and food entrepreneurs.Our Goals1. Develop infrastructure to support the processing, aggregation, storage, and marketing of locally produced food—whether wild-harvested, farmed, or crafted.2. Increase the number and success of local food producers across sectors, including mariculture, fishing, foraging, and small-scale food manufacturing. 3. Lower the barriers to entry for value-added production, making it easier for residents to launch or expand food-based businesses. 4. Facilitate strong connections between local producers and consumers, with an emphasis on wholesale, retail, and institutional partnerships. By collaborating with community members and regional producers, KAPA is building a sustainable, island-resilient food system—one that ensures access to fresh, locally made products while supporting economic growth and cultural food traditions. |