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Fair Value Measurements and Derivative Instruments - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Feb. 28, 2013
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Fair Value, Option, Quantitative Disclosures [Line Items]  
Bushels of corn 4,900,000
Bushels of corn subject to firm sales contracts 2,500,000
Bushels of corn available 2,400,000
Iowa Department of Economic Development Loans [Member]
 
Fair Value, Option, Quantitative Disclosures [Line Items]  
Carrying value of debt $ 1.3
Fair value of debt 1.2
Commodity Contract [Member]
 
Fair Value, Option, Quantitative Disclosures [Line Items]  
Deferred loss, net of tax, recorded in other comprehensive income $ 0.4