Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 26, 2014 Vessels	Dec. 27, 2013	Dec. 28, 2012
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Chartered refrigerated vessels used for the transport of fresh produce to markets worldwide	6
Total expense for all operating leases and vessel charter agreements	$ 106.2	$ 114.6	$ 93.4
Total purchases under agreements to purchase certain products of our independent growers	$ 811.3	$ 744.3	$ 650.0
Minimum [Member]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Terms for vessel charter agreements (in years)	2 years
Maximum [Member]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Terms for vessel charter agreements (in years)	10 years