The company will add high-speed production equipment to accommodate its new 12-count and 24-count mini cupcake product line.

The move is part of the acquisition of Full of Beans from earlier this year.

The lab will serve as a hub for hands-on and virtual learning opportunities involving environmental and social issues.

The Baking Hall of Fame was created in 2005 as a tribute to those individuals that have made a significant contribution to the advancement of the US baking industry.

The new cookies are ‘fudgier than ever,’ according to the company.

The company is adding a manufacturing line and planning relocation to a new warehouse and distribution facility.

The new product features caramel aroma, brown sugar, dates and pecans.

Jose Alberto Dueñas will succeed Niren Chaudhary, who will become chairman of Panera Brands.

Allison Lauenstein has been promoted to the new position.

The company is making its entry into limited-time offerings with the new product.