NGFA is a member organization, and we rely on you to get involved and make a difference for our industry. Below are ways for you to exercise your voice in our industry.

Volunteer to be an arbitrator:
The NGFA Arbitration has been serving the industry for more than 100 years, as an inexpensive, accessible, expeditious and user-friendly alternative to litigation and other dispute resolution forums. Its continued success depends on NGFA members volunteering to serve on arbitration panels. Learn more.

Join a committee:
As a member, you can join one of our 15 committees and help guide the policies and priorities of NGFA. Some committees are limited by the type of membership and all committees are limited in size. Contact NGFA for more information.

Nominate or join CAP:
NGFA’s Committee Apprentice Program (CAP) is an excellent opportunity for professionals with 5-10 years of experience to join a committee, learn about the Association, and network with industry colleagues and leaders. Each CAP participant is nominated by a supervisor at an NGFA-member company.  Learn more.

Attend a conference:
NGFA meetings and events focus on key industry policy issues and practical business and market topics. Each year, NGFA hosts its annual convention in March, the joint CONVEY conference with GEAPS and Grain Journal in July, and the CEC meeting in December, as well as the biennial Trade Rules Seminar on the NGFA Trade Rules. Learn more.

‘Fly In’:
NGFA hosts members for its annual Washington “fly in,” which takes the grain and feed industry to the Hill to meet with lawmakers on timely issues. Contact Rebecca Grubbs for information on the next NGFA Fly-In.

Exhibit at a Trade Show:
NGFA’s conventions and conferences offer opportunities to exhibit at trade shows of various sizes. Contact Rebecca Grubbs for more information.

Sponsor:
Between events, special programs, webinars and other virtual campaigns, the Association offers a range of sponsorships offered exclusively to members to market their business to the NGFA community. Contact Rebecca Grubbs for more information.