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randomly across the NIS. The point is that these models 

 are relevant. 



Essential characteristics of promising models include the 

 following: 



Locally acceptable solutions to the serious social 

 problems outlined early in this paper. 



Outstanding and innovative leadership. 



Commitment to market-oriented goals including: 



* True private ownership of land. 



* Land-owner tillage or rental of the land. 



* Reward to the individual according to the 

 profitability of that person's land. 



* Ease and equity of departure or entry for 

 those wishing to leave or enter the system. 



A strong commitment to mutual support among local 

 private farmers. Development of market-oriented 

 institutions to provide that support. For example, 

 formation of joint stock companies or cooperatives 

 to own and operate for the farmer-owners' benefit 

 equipment pools, processing facilities, and the 

 like. 



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