Inventories (Schedule Of Inventories) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	May 30, 2020	Jun. 01, 2019
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Flocks, net of amortization	$ 110,198	$ 105,536
Eggs and egg products	18,487	14,318
Feed and supplies	58,531	52,383
Total inventories	$ 187,216	$ 172,237

Agricultural Related Inventory, Eggs

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Agricultural related inventory, flocks, net of accumulated amortization.

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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of materials capitalized as inventory because of their use in the growth and maintenance of animals and crops.

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Amount after valuation and LIFO reserves of inventory expected to be sold, or consumed within one year or operating cycle, if longer.

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