Acquisition wasn't a good fit for Caviness, executives say.

Company expects to expand its product portfolio.

GFSI requirements produces lower costs, fewer recalls.

Fast casual chain plans to expand is a.m. offerings.

Restaurant operators are generally optimistic that sales will improve.

Columbus will supply sliced-to-order meats to the independent grocer.

New restaurant in Delhi is chain’s first expansion outside the Western Hemisphere.

The new sausages will be available through Labor Day.

The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2013.

Signature frozen beef patties will be available starting in June.