Farms are the key

John Robertson, an economic consultant, says any recovery must start by restoring previous levels of agricultural productivity. 'They have destroyed the farming sector and shown no respect for property rights. That has to change otherwise no one would be willing to put their money into the country,' said Robertson.

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John Robertson, Britain, Rugare Gumbo

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