The company also makes progress on phasing out pork sourced from animals in gestation stalls.

The company’s initiatives in catering, delivery are gaining traction.

Bakery-café looks to build on successful salad launch with roll-out of new sandwiches this fall.

Meanwhile, Ken Koziol joins Panera as executive vice president.

The company's goal is to remove approximately 150 ingredients from its products by the end of 2016.

Company's shares climb 11 percent in after-hours trading.

Taco Bell, other chains to test delivery service.

The company is the primary supplier of poultry products raised without antibiotics.

Bakery-café chain sees operational improvements, food innovation and marketing playing major roles.

Funds to be used for a range of growth initiatives.