Corn futures closed higher on Thursday, with gains of 2 to 5 cents. The national average Cash Corn price is up at $3.79 1/4. Ethanol production rose slightly, with stocks seeing a draw. Export Sales data was delayed due to the government shutdown. Dec 25 Corn closed at $4.21 3/4, up 5 cents.

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