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SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (Details) (Subsequent Event, Sale of Equity Method Investment, Solae, USD $)
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1 Months Ended |
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Apr. 30, 2012
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Subsequent Event | Sale of Equity Method Investment | Solae
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| Equity method ownership interest sold, percentage | 28.06% |
| Equity method investment, sale price | $ 440 |
| Special cash dividend | $ 35 |
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This item represents disclosure of the amount of dividends or other distributions received from unconsolidated subsidiaries, certain corporate joint ventures, and certain noncontrolled corporation; these investments are accounted for under the equity method of accounting. This element excludes distributions that constitute a return of investment, which are classified as investing activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This item represents the amount of net sales proceeds received on disposal of an equity method investment. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The percentage of ownership of common stock or equity participation in the investee accounted for under the equity method of accounting. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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