Commitments and Contingencies (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 28, 2012 Vessels	Dec. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]
Chartered refrigerated vessels used for the transport of fresh produce to markets worldwide	8
Total expense for all operating leases and vessel charter agreements	$ 93.4	$ 118.0	$ 135.7
Total purchases under agreements to purchase certain products of our independent growers	$ 650.0	$ 704.6	$ 722.2
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