Hon GRANT ROBERTSON: The primary sector is continuing to support and secure the recovery. The ANZ world commodity index has lifted 1.3 percent in May, the eighth successive monthly rise, and I can inform the House that the index is at a record high. The gains were widespread, with producers experiencing better returns due to robust demand globally and higher prices for their goods. Tighter supplies for some commodities are also playing a part. The meat and fibre index rose 1.4 percent, horticulture up 1.7 percent, and dairy a more modest 0.2 percent. Forestry grew at 3.3 percent in May to extend the record prices this sector is achieving. When returns to producers are converted back to New Zealand dollars, the overall index rose by 1 percent.