ACSA & WCSA Submit Comment Letters Regarding ELS Cotton’s Inclusion to CFAP

The American Cotton Shippers Association (ACSA) and Western Cotton Shipper Association (WCSA) would like to thank USDA for the opportunity to submit comment letters regarding the eligibility of ELS to the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). Both ACSA and WCSA provided information regarding the impacts of the US/China Trade War and COVID-19 on the cotton industry, in particular ELS cotton. Please see the following links to view the submitted letters.

Click Here for ACSA’s Comment Letter

Click Here for WCSA’s Comment Letter

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