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 agricultural producers in growing, processing, selling, and marketing their products.
Our MissionKAPA’s mission is to enhance food security, equitable food access, and economic opportunities for the Ketchikan Gateway community by providing the necessary resources and support to local agricultural and food producers and businesses.Our Goals1. Develop the infrastructure to support the processing, aggregation, storage, and marketing of locally-produced agricultural, maricultural, and other food commodities2. Increase the number of agricultural producers in Ketchikan 3. Lower the barrier to entry for value-added production 4. Facilitate connections between producers and consumers, with emphasis on wholesale, retail, and institutional connections By working together with local producers and the community, KAPA aims to create a sustainable and thriving agricultural ecosystem in Ketchikan, ensuring access to fresh, locally-grown products and supporting the growth of our local economy. |