FLNA volume dips 1.5% in quarter despite Lay’s success

Conagra still hopeful full-year target in reach.

Hebrew National facility had to halt production amid grilling season.
 

The company grows volume in the third quarter while sales slip.
 

CEO points to stronger “competitiveness across our business” in Q1.

Divested yogurt business was “drag” on sales and profits, CEO says.

CEO says baked foods company alert for expansion opportunities “outside of our core business.”

Taking volume at the expense of grain-based foods were several dairy categories. 

Ramped-up marketing expected to lift sales and market share.

Almost a year old now, stand-alone company builds on foundation of iconic brands.