We develop a quantitative theoretical model of firm dynamics to analyze key determinants of the elasticity of exports … profitability of exports change due to fluctuations in the exchange rate. The framework allows for a quantitative assessment of … the literature. In addition, we present an assessment of the effects on the intensive and extensive margins of exports. …

with a detailed analysis of trade costs impeding exports flows to various markets. Trade costs include costs associated … with distance, tariffs, and sanitary-phytosanitary (SPS) regulations imposed by foreign countries on U.S. corn seed exports … 2004. We find that all trade costs matter and have had a negative impact on U.S. corn seed exports. Tariffs matter most …