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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Segment of Goodwill and Impairment Losses (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
 12 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2013
Oct. 31, 2012
Oct. 31, 2013
Fresh Products [Member]
Oct. 31, 2011
Fresh Products [Member]
Oct. 31, 2013
Calavo Foods [Member]
Oct. 31, 2012
Calavo Foods [Member]
Oct. 31, 2013
RFG [Member]
Oct. 31, 2011
RFG [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]                
Goodwill, beginning balance $ 18,262 $ 18,349 $ 3,997 $ 3,997   $ 87 $ 14,265 $ 14,265
Calavo Salsa Lisa Goodwill impairment losses (615) (87)         (87)     
Goodwill, ending balance $ 18,262 $ 18,262 $ 3,997 $ 3,997      $ 14,265 $ 14,265