Production of Soybeans is forecast at a record high 3.95 million tonnes, up by 13% from 2009-10. Area seeded rose by 5% on support from attractive returns while yields are expected to be well above the 5 year average. The supply of soybeans is estimated to rise by 10% to a record 4.8 million tonnes due to sharply higher carry-in stocks and steady imports. Exports are forecast to rise to a record 2.5 million tonnes on support from the strong world demand for commercial and Identity Preserved soybeans. Carryout stocks are forecast to decline slightly, to 0.5 million tonnes, which is significantly above the 5 year average. Soybean prices are forecast to decline slightly due to lower US prices resulting from the near-record large crop and the continued near-par Canadian dollar.