
Dec 23 - Chicago Board of Trade corn futures held steady on Tuesday, supported by brisk export sales and a boost from an end-of-year rally, which is typical as traders exit out of positions ahead of the Christmas and New Year's holidays.
The end-of-year rally, also known as the "Santa Claus" rally, has provided only minimal support for grains.
Strong export demand for U.S. corn has supported prices.
Trading volume has been thin, contributing to a choppy trade.
CBOT March corn CH26 settled up 1/2 cent to $4.47 per bushel.