1.   Also, speculation swept the market that a poor crop could lead China to ban corn exports, forcing Pacific Rim buyers to the U.S. for supplies.

2.   A USDA report released Thursday indicated that corn exports are behind year-ago levels, they but are beginning to catch up.

3.   About three-fifths of all corn exports come from the United States.

4.   Also, speculation swept the market that that a poor crop could lead China to ban corn exports, forcing Pacific Rim buyers to the U.S. for supplies.

5.   China last year sparked a rally in U.S. grain markets after prohibiting corn exports and buying on the world market.

6.   Corn exports also continue to be strong.

7.   Corn exports may rise further as grain silos fill up.

8.   Corn exports to Japan and Korea have dropped, forcing officials to intervene.

9.   Corn exports were not as good as soy, which weighed on prices today.

10.   Corn exports are increasing rapidly, while demand for livestock feeding continues at near-record levels.