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INVESTMENTS Narrative (Details) (Campofrio Food Group, EUR €) In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified | Oct. 27, 2013
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Campofrio Food Group |
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items] |
Equity Method Investment, Shares Owned | 37.8
Ownership Percentage | 37.00%
Tender Offer Bid Price per Share | € 6.80
Tender Offer Commitments to Purchase Percentage | 44.50%

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