Comparable-store sales rise 12% as afternoon items perform well.

The company enters 10-year purchasing commitment with Brazilian exporter.

US same-store sales at the chain jump 8%.

UK researchers work with yeast used in wine industry.

Strong performances come in beverage, meat and bakery end-use markets.

No significantly lower risk found in older consumers given 2,000 IUs per day.

House agriculture subcommittee holds hearing on the issue.

Deborah Borg also was president at Dow USA.

Speakers at ancient grains conference promote its health benefits, history.

Simplot agreement could lead to Ore-Ida promotions.