United Brands: The Cincinnati-based banana producer said... - Los Angeles Times
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United Brands: The Cincinnati-based banana producer said third-quarter profit was up sharply due primarily to the sale of its interest in FII-Fyffes, a distributor of fresh fruit and vegetables primarily in Great Britain. Net income totaled $20.3 million, compared to $2.7 million a year ago. Sales rose 18% to $900 million.

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