Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 30, 2011 Vessels	Dec. 31, 2010	Jan. 01, 2010
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Chartered refrigerated vessels used for the transport of fresh produce to markets worldwide	12
Total expense for all operating leases and vessel charter agreements	$ 66.8	$ 91.2	$ 102.2
Total purchases under agreements to purchase certain products of our independent growers	$ 704.6	$ 722.2	$ 671.4
Minimum [Member]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Terms for vessel charter agreements (in years)	3
Maximum [Member]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Terms for vessel charter agreements (in years)	10