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Individual Membership
California Association of Pest Control Advisers The California Association of Pest Control Advisers(CAPCA) was established in 1975 to support and promote agricultural pest control advisers (PCAs). PCAs are professional production consultants who serve California agricultural and horticultural producers. As a member of a local chapter, you are also a member of the state organization. CAPCA maintains 16 local chapters. Each local chapter elects representatives who communicate the needs of their local members to a State Board of Directors. The State Board assists in directing the affairs of the statewide organization which is administered by a President/CEO and a staff at headquarters based in Sacramento.Legislative Advocacy
CAPCA communicates with California policy makers about the state's agricultural and horticultural industries and the important role PCAs serve in the production of food, fiber and ornamental crops. CAPCA plays an active role in the legislative process to ensure the safety and viability of California plant production. CAPCA employs professional legislative advocates, plus our staff, to watch over legislation and regulations pertaining to the ag consulting profession.
CAPCA PAC
CAPCA's Political Action Committee is a separate function of CAPCA. It raises funds for support of political issues, candidates or initiatives that may impact CAPCA members.
Education and Tracking
In addition to the local chapter continuing education meetings, CAPCA hosts an annual conference. Experts in agriculture, horticulture, science, government and related industries address CAPCA members during the multiple-day event. The conference also allows members to network with PCAs from all areas of the state. The 35th Annual Conference is set for October 25-37, 2009 at John Asquaga's Nugget in Sparks, NV.
CAPCA offers Active Members continuing education hour tracking, to facilitate licensing renewal. Updates are available on the CAPCA web site or by calling the office, and official certificates are mailed each fall.
CAPCA offers two scholarships annually: one $3,000 scholarship from the California Association of Pest Control Advisers (CAPCA) and one $2,000 scholarship from Syngenta.
Proactive Organization
CAPCA works closely with allied organizations to make sure the concerns of CAPCA members are addressed. Communi-cations are maintained with producer organizations, ag commissioners, agribusiness interests, regulatory agencies, the legislature, media and the educational institutions that provide new research to our industry.
Communications & Public Relations
The CAPCA Adviser magazine showcases the latest in CAPCA business and industry happenings, and includes meeting listings or accredited educational seminars throughout the state.
State and chapter notices of meetings, educational programs, special events and other periodic mailings of special interest.
Membership assistance with questions and concerns on regulations or other issues impacting pest management.
Talent Available" and "Job Opportunities" columns in the CAPCA Adviser magazine provide avenues for membership employment interests.
Internship database for students and company interests in pest management.
Supports the SWS Pathway to PCA program. The program is administered by the Stanley W. Strew Educational Fund, Inc.
Liability Insurance
Professional liability insurance is available through various insurance brokers at reasonable rates. The insurance is specially designed to cover PCA needs of errors and omissions. Please log in to our Members Only section and view the Member Alert page for more information.
CAPCA communicates with California policy makers about the state's agricultural and horticultural industries and the important role PCAs serve in the production of food, fiber and ornamental crops. CAPCA plays an active role in the legislative process to ensure the safety and viability of California plant production. CAPCA employs professional legislative advocates, plus our staff, to watch over legislation and regulations pertaining to the ag consulting profession.
CAPCA PAC
CAPCA's Political Action Committee is a separate function of CAPCA. It raises funds for support of political issues, candidates or initiatives that may impact CAPCA members.
Education and Tracking
In addition to the local chapter continuing education meetings, CAPCA hosts an annual conference. Experts in agriculture, horticulture, science, government and related industries address CAPCA members during the multiple-day event. The conference also allows members to network with PCAs from all areas of the state. The 35th Annual Conference is set for October 25-37, 2009 at John Asquaga's Nugget in Sparks, NV.
CAPCA offers Active Members continuing education hour tracking, to facilitate licensing renewal. Updates are available on the CAPCA web site or by calling the office, and official certificates are mailed each fall.
CAPCA offers two scholarships annually: one $3,000 scholarship from the California Association of Pest Control Advisers (CAPCA) and one $2,000 scholarship from Syngenta.
Proactive Organization
CAPCA works closely with allied organizations to make sure the concerns of CAPCA members are addressed. Communi-cations are maintained with producer organizations, ag commissioners, agribusiness interests, regulatory agencies, the legislature, media and the educational institutions that provide new research to our industry.
Communications & Public Relations
The CAPCA Adviser magazine showcases the latest in CAPCA business and industry happenings, and includes meeting listings or accredited educational seminars throughout the state.
State and chapter notices of meetings, educational programs, special events and other periodic mailings of special interest.
Membership assistance with questions and concerns on regulations or other issues impacting pest management.
Talent Available" and "Job Opportunities" columns in the CAPCA Adviser magazine provide avenues for membership employment interests.
Internship database for students and company interests in pest management.
Supports the SWS Pathway to PCA program. The program is administered by the Stanley W. Strew Educational Fund, Inc.
Liability Insurance
Professional liability insurance is available through various insurance brokers at reasonable rates. The insurance is specially designed to cover PCA needs of errors and omissions. Please log in to our Members Only section and view the Member Alert page for more information.
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