CAPCA is a non-profit mutual benefit 501 C (6) corporation. CAPCA was organized in 1972 and formed in 1974 to further the well being of and to upgrade the qualification of its members and to provide technical information, encourage careful and skillful use of pest management practices. A Board of Directors elected by local CAPCA Chapter organizations governs CAPCA. Currently, CAPCA consists of 16 Chapters located in specific agricultural areas from Oregon to Mexico.