An important function of the NCPA is to field and answer questions and solve problems relating to cottonseed and cottonseed products -- oil, meal, hulls and linters -- which enhance the overall marketability of these products.

Headquartered in the Cotton Capital of the World -- Memphis, Tennessee -- the association is staffed by an Executive Vice President/Secretary and Treasurer.

NCPA services include:

• Publishing uniform trading rules covering product standards and trading procedures, with arbitration facilities to settle disputes ...
• Acting as a medium for the exchange of information on mutual problems and for unifying efforts on industry wide opportunities ...
• Assembling, analyzing and disseminating statistical and economic data to aid members in the conduct of their business ...
• Providing members with information on legislation, administrative rulings, federal regulations and court decisions affecting their business ...
• Promoting effective use of cottonseed products ...
• Providing information to the public on cottonseed, cottonseed products and the processing industry ...