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RESTRUCTURING-RELATED ACTIVITIES (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 6 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Jul. 01, 2018 | Dec. 31, 2017
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] |  |
Expected restructuring charges | $ 7,701 |
GNP |  |
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] |  |
Expected restructuring charges | 6,999 | $ 7,000
Expected future payments for restructuring |  | $ 5,400
40 North Foods |  |
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] |  |
Expected restructuring charges | 702 |
Expected future payments for restructuring | $ 600 |

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