THOMASVILLE, Ga., May 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company's 16-week first quarter ended April 20, 2024. First Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year first quarter where applicable Sales increased 2.8% to a first-quarter record, $1.577 billion. Net income increased 3.3% to $73.0 million, primarily due to moderating input costs and price increases implemented in the prior year, partly offset by higher selling, distribution, and adminis ...