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Related Party Transactions (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Aug. 31, 2014
Aug. 31, 2013
Aug. 31, 2012
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]      
Sales $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Primarily TEMCO, Horizon Milling, United Harvest and Ventura Foods
     
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]      
Sales 3,247,197 2,963,468 2,185,348
Purchases 1,648,030 1,535,176 1,143,285
Receivables 16,737 25,159  
Payables $ 43,361 $ 31,485