Legislation seeks to repeal trade restrictions on sugar.

Joseph Scalzo brings extensive consumer products experience to diet company.

Moves include addition of John Mallon as v.p. of operations.

Fiscal 2013 expected to be challenging as well.

Sara Lee food service business contributes to earnings, sales gains.

Company sees increased demand for crepes and fillo dough products.

Brian Poulter served the baking industry for 42 years.

Food industry executives are advised to review manufacturing practices now in anticipation of the F.D.A.'s proposed food safety rules.

Company notes strength in biscuits and chocolates, while gum remains challenged

Frito-Lay North America the only unit to post year-over-year increase in profit.