TYSON FOODS INC, 10-K filed on 11/21/2011
Annual Report
Document And Entity Information (USD $)
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 29, 2011
Common Class A [Member]
Apr. 2, 2011
Common Class A [Member]
Oct. 29, 2011
Common Class B [Member]
Apr. 2, 2011
Common Class B [Member]
Document Type
10-K 
 
 
 
 
Amendment Flag
FALSE 
 
 
 
 
Document Period End Date
Oct. 01, 2011 
 
 
 
 
Document Fiscal Year Focus
2011 
 
 
 
 
Document Fiscal Period Focus
FY 
 
 
 
 
Entity Registrant Name
TYSON FOODS INC 
 
 
 
 
Entity Central Index Key
0000100493 
 
 
 
 
Current Fiscal Year End Date
--10-01 
 
 
 
 
Entity Filer Category
Large Accelerated Filer 
 
 
 
 
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
 
299,769,152 
 
70,020,855 
 
Entity Current Reporting Status
Yes 
 
 
 
 
Entity Voluntary Filers
No 
 
 
 
 
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Yes 
 
 
 
 
Entity Public Float
 
 
$ 5,872,066,221 
 
$ 408,715 
Consolidated Statements Of Income (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Sales
$ 32,266 
$ 28,430 
$ 26,704 
Cost of Sales
30,067 
25,916 
25,501 
Gross Profit (Loss)
2,199 
2,514 
1,203 
Operating Expenses:
 
 
 
Selling, general and administrative
914 
929 
841 
Goodwill impairment
29 
560 
Other charges
17 
Operating Income (Loss)
1,285 
1,556 
(215)
Other (Income) Expense:
 
 
 
Interest income
(11)
(14)
(17)
Interest expense
242 
347 
327 
Other, net
(20)
20 
18 
Total Other (Income) Expense
211 
353 
328 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
1,074 
1,203 
(543)
Income Tax Expense
341 
438 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
733 
765 
(550)
Loss from Discontinued Operation, Net of Tax
(1)
Net Income (Loss)
733 
765 
(551)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
(17)
(15)
(4)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
$ 750 
$ 780 
$ (547)
Weighted Average Shares Outstanding:
 
 
 
Diluted
380 
379 
372 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson:
 
 
 
Diluted
$ 1.97 
$ 2.06 
$ (1.47)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Discontinued Operation Attributable to Tyson:
 
 
 
Diluted
$ 0 
$ 0 
$ 0 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable To Tyson:
 
 
 
Diluted
$ 1.97 
$ 2.06 
$ (1.47)
Common Class A [Member]
 
 
 
Weighted Average Shares Outstanding:
 
 
 
Basic
303 
303 
302 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson:
 
 
 
Basic
$ 2.04 
$ 2.13 
$ (1.49)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Discontinued Operation Attributable to Tyson:
 
 
 
Basic
$ 0 
$ 0 
$ 0 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable To Tyson:
 
 
 
Basic
$ 2.04 
$ 2.13 
$ (1.49)
Common Class B [Member]
 
 
 
Weighted Average Shares Outstanding:
 
 
 
Basic
70 
70 
70 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson:
 
 
 
Basic
$ 1.84 
$ 1.91 
$ (1.35)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Discontinued Operation Attributable to Tyson:
 
 
 
Basic
$ 0 
$ 0 
$ 0 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable To Tyson:
 
 
 
Basic
$ 1.84 
$ 1.91 
$ (1.35)
Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Assets
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 716 
$ 978 
Accounts receivable, net
1,321 
1,198 
Inventories
2,587 
2,274 
Other current assets
156 
168 
Total Current Assets
4,780 
4,618 
Net Property, Plant and Equipment
3,823 
3,674 
Goodwill
1,892 
1,893 
Intangible Assets
149 
166 
Other Assets
427 
401 
Total Assets
11,071 
10,752 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
Current debt
70 
401 
Accounts payable
1,264 
1,110 
Other current liabilities
1,040 
1,034 
Total Current Liabilities
2,374 
2,545 
Long-Term Debt
2,112 
2,135 
Deferred Income Taxes
424 
321 
Other Liabilities
476 
486 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
64 
Shareholders' Equity:
 
 
Capital in excess of par value
2,261 
2,243 
Retained earnings
3,801 
3,113 
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
(79)
Treasury stock, at cost - 22 million shares in 2011 and 15 million shares in 2010
(365)
(229)
Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity
5,657 
5,166 
Noncontrolling Interest
28 
35 
Total Shareholders' Equity
5,685 
5,201 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
11,071 
10,752 
Common Class A [Member]
 
 
Shareholders' Equity:
 
 
Common stock
32 
32 
Total Shareholders' Equity
32 
32 
Common Class B [Member]
 
 
Shareholders' Equity:
 
 
Common stock
Total Shareholders' Equity
$ 7 
$ 7 
Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $)
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Treasury Stock, at Cost
22,000,000 
15,000,000 
Common Class A [Member]
 
 
Common Stock, Par Value
$ 0.1 
$ 0.1 
Common Stock, Authorized
900,000,000 
900,000,000 
Common Stock, Issued
322,000,000 
322,000,000 
Common Class B [Member]
 
 
Common Stock, Par Value
$ 0.1 
$ 0.1 
Common Stock, Authorized
900,000,000 
900,000,000 
Common Stock, Issued
70,000,000 
70,000,000 
Consolidated Statements Of Shareholders' Equity (USD $)
In Millions
Capital In Excess Of Par Value [Member]
Retained Earnings [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Of Tax [Member]
Treasury Stock [Member]
Equity Attributable To Tyson [Member]
Equity Attributable To Noncontrolling Interests [Member]
Comprehensive Income [Member]
Common Class A [Member]
Common Class B [Member]
Total
Balance, value at Sep. 27, 2008
$ 2,217 
$ 3,006 
$ 41 
$ (233)
 
$ 29 
 
$ 32 
$ 7 
 
Balance, shares at Sep. 27, 2008
 
 
 
15 
 
 
 
322 
70 
 
Stock-based compensation, value
19 
 
 
10 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
(547)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(547)
Dividends paid
 
(60)
 
 
 
 
 
(50)
(10)
 
Redeemable noncontrolling interest accretion
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hedge accounting
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Investment accounting
 
 
10 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Currency translation adjustments
 
 
(81)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net change in postretirement liabilities
 
 
(10)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchase of Tyson Class A common stock, shares
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchase of Tyson Class A common stock, value
 
 
 
(19)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Stock-based compensation, shares
 
 
 
(1)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests
 
 
 
 
 
(4)1
 
 
 
(4)
Contributions by (distributions to) noncontrolling interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net foreign currency translation adjustment and other
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
 
 
 
 
Net income (loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
(551)
 
 
(551)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
(75)
 
 
(75)
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
(626)
 
 
 
Comprehensive Loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
(4)
 
 
 
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss) attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
(622)
 
 
 
Balance, value at Oct. 03, 2009
2,236 
2,399 
(34)
(242)
4,398 
33 
 
32 
4,431 
Balance, shares at Oct. 03, 2009
 
 
 
16 
 
 
 
322 
70 
 
Stock-based compensation, value
 
 
61 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
780 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
780 
Dividends paid
 
(59)
 
 
 
 
 
(49)
(10)
 
Redeemable noncontrolling interest accretion
 
(7)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hedge accounting
 
 
12 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Investment accounting
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Currency translation adjustments
 
 
27 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net change in postretirement liabilities
 
 
(5)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchase of Tyson Class A common stock, shares
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchase of Tyson Class A common stock, value
 
 
 
(48)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Stock-based compensation, shares
 
 
 
(4)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests
 
 
 
 
 
(6)1
 
 
 
(15)
Contributions by (distributions to) noncontrolling interest
 
 
 
 
 
10 
 
 
 
 
Net foreign currency translation adjustment and other
 
 
 
 
 
(2)
 
 
 
 
Net income (loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
765 
 
 
765 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
34 
 
 
34 
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
799 
 
 
 
Comprehensive Loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
(6)
 
 
 
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss) attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
805 
 
 
 
Balance, value at Oct. 02, 2010
2,243 
3,113 
(229)
5,166 
35 
 
32 
5,201 
Balance, shares at Oct. 02, 2010
 
 
 
15 
 
 
 
322 
70 
 
Stock-based compensation, value
18 
 
 
70 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
750 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
750 
Dividends paid
 
(59)
 
 
 
 
 
(49)
(10)
 
Redeemable noncontrolling interest accretion
 
(3)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Hedge accounting
 
 
(17)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Investment accounting
 
 
(8)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Currency translation adjustments
 
 
(41)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net change in postretirement liabilities
 
 
(13)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchase of Tyson Class A common stock, shares
 
 
 
11 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Purchase of Tyson Class A common stock, value
 
 
 
(206)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Stock-based compensation, shares
 
 
 
(4)
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests
 
 
 
 
 
(13)1
 
 
 
(17)
Contributions by (distributions to) noncontrolling interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net foreign currency translation adjustment and other
 
 
 
 
 
(2)
 
 
 
 
Net income (loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
733 
 
 
733 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
(79)
 
 
(79)
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
654 
 
 
 
Comprehensive Loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
(13)
 
 
 
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss) attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
667 
 
 
 
Balance, value at Oct. 01, 2011
$ 2,261 
$ 3,801 
$ (79)
$ (365)
$ 5,657 
$ 28 
 
$ 32 
$ 7 
$ 5,685 
Balance, shares at Oct. 01, 2011
 
 
 
22 
 
 
 
322 
70 
 
Consolidated Statements Of Shareholders' Equity (Parenthetical) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Consolidated Statements Of Shareholders' Equity [Abstract]
 
 
 
Net income (loss) related to redeemable noncontrolling interest
$ (4)
$ (9)
$ 0 
Consolidated Statements Of Cash Flows (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Cash Flows From Operating Activities:
 
 
 
Net income (loss)
$ 733 
$ 765 
$ (551)
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to cash provided by operating activities:
 
 
 
Depreciation
433 
416 
445 
Amortization
73 
81 
68 
Deferred income taxes
86 
18 
(33)
Impairment of goodwill
29 
560 
Impairment of assets
18 
36 
32 
Other, net
49 
76 
72 
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable
(114)
(79)
137 
(Increase) decrease in inventories
(299)
(239)
493 
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable
152 
101 
(216)
Increase (decrease) in income taxes payable/receivable
(73)
(53)
33 
Increase (decrease) in interest payable
19 
(4)
(60)
Net change in other current assets and liabilities
(31)
285 
(20)
Cash Provided by Operating Activities
1,046 
1,432 
960 
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
 
 
 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
(643)
(550)
(368)
Purchases of marketable securities
(146)
(53)
(37)
Proceeds from sale of marketable securities
66 
49 
56 
Proceeds from notes receivable
51 
Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation
75 
Change in restricted cash to be used for investing activities
43 
(43)
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
(93)
Other, net
28 
11 
(17)
Cash Used for Investing Activities
(644)
(500)
(427)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
 
 
 
Net borrowings (payments) on revolving credit facilities
15 
Payments of debt
(500)
(1,034)
(380)
Net proceeds from borrowings
115 
852 
Debt issuance costs
(9)
(59)
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest
(66)
Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock
(207)
(48)
(19)
Dividends
(59)
(59)
(60)
Change in restricted cash to be used for financing activities
140 
(140)
Other, net
68 
42 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities
(658)
(959)
215 
Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash
(6)
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
(262)
(26)
754 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year
978 
1,004 
250 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year
$ 716 
$ 978 
$ 1,004 
Business And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies
Business And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies

NOTE 1: BUSINESS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Fiscal Year: We utilize a 52- or 53-week accounting period ending on the Saturday closest to September 30. The Company's accounting cycle resulted in a 52-week year for fiscal years 2011 and 2010 and a 53-week year for fiscal year 2009.

Discontinued Operation: On March 13, 2009, we completed the sale of the beef processing, cattle feed yard and fertilizer assets of three of our Alberta, Canada subsidiaries (collectively, Lakeside), which were part of our Beef segment, and related inventories. The financial statements report Lakeside as a discontinued operation. See Note 3: Acquisitions and Discontinued Operation in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.

Inventories: Processed products, livestock and supplies and other are valued at the lower of cost or market. Cost includes purchased raw materials, live purchase costs, growout costs (primarily feed, contract grower pay and catch and haul costs), labor and manufacturing and production overhead, which are related to the purchase and production of inventories.

 

                 
                  in millions    
       2011         2010     

  Processed products:

                 

        Weighted-average method – chicken and prepared foods

     $715         $721     

        First-in, first-out method – beef and pork

     581         462     

  Livestock – first-in, first-out method

     928         759     

  Supplies and other – weighted-average method

     363         332     

  Total inventory

     $2,587         $2,274

 

Accrued Self Insurance: We use a combination of insurance and self-insurance mechanisms in an effort to mitigate the potential liabilities for health and welfare, workers' compensation, auto liability and general liability risks. Liabilities associated with our risks retained are estimated, in part, by considering claims experience, demographic factors, severity factors and other actuarial assumptions.

Financial Instruments: We purchase certain commodities, such as grains and livestock in the course of normal operations. As part of our commodity risk management activities, we use derivative financial instruments, primarily futures and options, to reduce our exposure to various market risks related to these purchases, as well as to changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Contract terms of a financial instrument qualifying as a hedge instrument closely mirror those of the hedged item, providing a high degree of risk reduction and correlation. Contracts designated and highly effective at meeting risk reduction and correlation criteria are recorded using hedge accounting. If a derivative instrument is accounted for as a hedge, changes in the fair value of the instrument will be offset either against the change in fair value of the hedged assets, liabilities or firm commitments through earnings or recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) until the hedged item is recognized in earnings. The ineffective portion of an instrument's change in fair value is immediately recognized in earnings as a component of cost of sales. Instruments we hold as part of our risk management activities that do not meet the criteria for hedge accounting are marked to fair value with unrealized gains or losses reported currently in earnings. Changes in market value of derivatives used in our risk management activities relating to forward sales contracts are recorded in sales, while changes surrounding inventories on hand or anticipated purchases of inventories or supplies are recorded in cost of sales. We generally do not hedge anticipated transactions beyond 18 months.

Revenue Recognition: We recognize revenue when title and risk of loss are transferred to customers, which is generally on delivery based on terms of sale. Revenue is recognized as the net amount estimated to be received after deducting estimated amounts for discounts, trade allowances and product terms.

 

Litigation Reserves: There are a variety of legal proceedings pending or threatened against us. Accruals are recorded when it is probable a liability has been incurred and the amount of the liability can be reasonably estimated based on current law, progress of each case, opinions and views of legal counsel and other advisers, our experience in similar matters and intended response to the litigation. These amounts, which are not discounted and are exclusive of claims against third parties, are adjusted periodically as assessment efforts progress or additional information becomes available. We expense amounts for administering or litigating claims as incurred. Accruals for legal proceedings are included in Other current liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Freight Expense: Freight expense associated with products shipped to customers is recognized in cost of sales.

Use of Estimates: The consolidated financial statements are prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, which require us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Changes In Accounting Principles
Changes In Accounting Principles

NOTE 2: CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES

In December 2007, the FASB issued guidance to establish accounting and reporting standards for a noncontrolling interest in a subsidiary and for the deconsolidation of a subsidiary. This guidance clarifies that a noncontrolling interest in a subsidiary is an ownership interest in the consolidated entity and may be reported as equity in the consolidated financial statements, rather than in the liability or mezzanine section between liabilities and equity. This guidance also requires consolidated net income be reported at amounts that include the net income attributable to both Tyson (the parent) and the noncontrolling interest. We adopted the presentation and disclosure requirements retrospectively at the beginning of fiscal 2010. Accordingly, "attributable to Tyson" refers to operating results exclusive of any noncontrolling interest. In conjunction with this adoption, we also adopted guidance applicable for all noncontrolling interests in which we are or may be required to repurchase an interest in a consolidated subsidiary from the noncontrolling interest holder under a put option or other contractual redemption requirement. Because we had certain redeemable noncontrolling interests, noncontrolling interests were presented in both the equity section and the mezzanine section of the balance sheet between liabilities and equity.

 

In May 2008, the FASB issued guidance which specifies issuers of convertible debt instruments that may be settled in cash upon conversion (including partial cash settlement) should separately account for the liability and equity components in a manner that will reflect the entity's nonconvertible debt borrowing rate when interest cost is recognized in subsequent periods. The amount allocated to the equity component represents a discount to the debt, which is amortized into interest expense using the effective interest method over the life of the debt. We adopted this guidance in the first quarter of fiscal 2010 and applied it retrospectively. Upon retrospective adoption, our effective interest rate on our 3.25% Convertible Senior Notes due 2013 issued in September 2008 was determined to be 8.26%, which resulted in the recognition of a $92 million discount to these notes with the offsetting after tax amount of $56 million recorded to capital in excess of par value. This discount is being accreted over the five-year term of the convertible notes at the effective interest rate.

The following table presents the effects of the retrospective application of new accounting guidance on our consolidated financial statements (in millions, except per share data):

                                 
      Previously
Reported
     Adjustments:
Convertible
Debt
     Adjustments:
Noncontrolling
Interest
     As
Adjusted
 

  October 3, 2009 – Income Statement:

                                   

      Interest Expense

     $310         $17         $0         $327   

      Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

     (526)         (17)         0         (543)   

      Income Tax Expense

     14         (7)         0         7   

      Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

     (540)         (10)         0         (550)   

      Minority Interest

     (4)         0         4         0   

      Net Income (Loss)

     (537)         (10)         (4)         (551)   

      Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest

     0         0         (4)         (4)   

      Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson

     0         0         0         (547)   
                                     

 Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson:

                                   

Class A Basic

     $(1.47)         $(0.02)         $0.00         $(1.49)   

Class B Basic

     $(1.32)         $(0.03)         $0.00         $(1.35)   

Diluted

     $(1.44)         $(0.03)         $0.00         $(1.47)   

      Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson:

                                   

Class A Basic

     $(1.47)         $(0.02)         $0.00         $(1.49)   

Class B Basic

     $(1.32)         $(0.03)         $0.00         $(1.35)   

Diluted

     $(1.44)         $(0.03)         $0.00         $(1.47)   

In December 2008, the FASB issued guidance requiring additional disclosures about assets held in an employer's defined benefit pension or other postretirement plan. This guidance is effective for fiscal years ending after December 15, 2009, with early adoption permitted. We adopted the disclosure requirements in fiscal 2010. See Note 14: Pensions and Other Postretirement Benefits for required disclosures.

In June 2009, the FASB issued guidance removing the concept of a qualifying special-purpose entity. This guidance also clarifies the requirements for isolation and limitations on portions of financial assets eligible for sale accounting. This guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2009. We adopted this guidance at the beginning of fiscal year 2011. The adoption did not have a significant impact on our consolidated financial statements.

In June 2009 and December 2009, the FASB issued guidance requiring an analysis to determine whether a variable interest gives the entity a controlling financial interest in a variable interest entity. This guidance requires an ongoing assessment and eliminates the quantitative approach previously required for determining whether an entity is the primary beneficiary. This guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2009. We adopted this guidance at the beginning of fiscal year 2011. The adoption did not have a significant impact on our consolidated financial statements.

Acquisitions And Discontinued Operation
Acquisitions And Discontinued Operation

 

NOTE 3: ACQUISITIONS AND DISCONTINUED OPERATION

Acquisitions

In August 2009, we completed the establishment of related joint ventures in China referred to as Shandong Tyson Xinchang Foods. The aggregate purchase price for our 60% equity interest was $21 million, which excludes $93 million of cash transferred to the joint venture for future capital needs. The purchase price included $29 million allocated to Intangible Assets and $19 million allocated to Goodwill, as well as the assumption of $76 million of Current and Long-Term Debt.

In May 2011, the minority partner exercised put options requiring us to purchase its entire 40% equity interest. In August 2011, the transaction closed for $66 million.

In October 2008, we acquired three vertically integrated poultry companies in southern Brazil: Macedo Agroindustrial, Avicola Itaiopolis and Frangobras. The aggregate purchase price was $67 million. In addition, we had $15 million of contingent purchase price based on production volumes. The purchase price included $23 million allocated to Goodwill and $19 million allocated to Intangible Assets. Through fiscal 2011, we have paid $11 million of the contingent purchase price.

Discontinued Operation

On March 13, 2009, we completed the sale of the beef processing, cattle feed yard and fertilizer assets of three of our Alberta, Canada subsidiaries (collectively, Lakeside), which were part of our Beef segment, and related inventories for total consideration of $145 million, based on exchange rates then in effect. This included (a) cash received at closing of $43 million, (b) $78 million of collateralized notes receivable from either XL Foods or an affiliated entity to be collected throughout the two years following closing, and (c) $24 million of XL Foods Preferred Stock to be redeemed over five years.

We recorded a pretax loss on sale of Lakeside of $10 million in fiscal 2009, which included an allocation of beef reporting unit goodwill of $59 million and cumulative currency translation adjustment gains of $41 million.

The following is a summary of Lakeside's operating results prior to its disposition (in millions):

 

          2009  

  Sales

     $461   
  

  Pretax income from discontinued operation

     $20   

  Loss on sale of discontinued operation

     (10)   

  Income tax expense

     11   

  Loss from discontinued operation

     $(1)   
Property, Plant And Equipment
Property, Plant And Equipment

NOTE 4: PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

Major categories of property, plant and equipment and accumulated depreciation at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010:

 

                                           in millions  
      2011      2010  

  Land

     $95         $97   

  Building and leasehold improvements

     2,698         2,617   

  Machinery and equipment

     4,897         4,694   

  Land improvements and other

     386         232   

  Buildings and equipment under construction

     446         513   
     8,522         8,153   

  Less accumulated depreciation

     4,699         4,479   

  Net property, plant and equipment

     $3,823         $3,674   

Approximately $427 million will be required to complete buildings and equipment under construction at October 1, 2011.

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets

NOTE 5: GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

The following table reflects goodwill activity for fiscal years 2011 and 2010:

 

in millions  
      Chicken      Beef      Pork        Prepared
Foods
     Consolidated  

  Balances at October 3, 2009:

              

  Goodwill

     $973             $1,123             $317         $64         $2,477   

  Accumulated impairment losses

     0         (560)         0         0         (560)   
     973         563         317         64         1,917   

  Fiscal 2010 Activity:

              

  Impairment losses

     (29)         0         0         0         (29)   

  Currency translation and other

     6         0         0         (1)         5   
              

  Balances at October 2, 2010:

              

  Goodwill

     $979         $1,123         $317         $63         $2,482   

  Accumulated impairment losses

     (29)         (560)         0         0         (589)   
       $950         $563         $317         $63         $1,893   
              

  Fiscal 2011 Activity:

              

  Impairment losses

     0         0         0         0         0   

  Currency translation and other

     (1)         0         0         0         (1)   
              

  Balances at October 1, 2011:

              

  Goodwill

     978         1,123         317         63         2,481   

  Accumulated impairment losses

     (29)         (560)         0         0         (589)   
       $949         $563         $317         $63         $1,892   

Other intangible assets by type at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010:

 

                      in millions  
      2011      2010  

  Gross Carrying Value:

     

   Trademarks

     $56         $56   

   Patents, intellectual property and other

     143         144   

   Land use rights

     25         23   

  Less Accumulated Amortization

     75         57   

  Total Intangible Assets

     $149         $166   

Beginning with the date benefits are realized, other intangible assets are amortized using the straight-line method over their estimated period of benefit of three to 30 years. Amortization expense of $18 million, $19 million and $10 million was recognized during fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively. We estimate amortization expense on intangible assets for the next five fiscal years subsequent to October 1, 2011 will be: 2012 - $16 million; 2013 - $16 million; 2014 - $15 million; 2015 - $15 million; 2016 - $14 million.

Other Current Liabilities
Other Current Liabilities

NOTE 6: OTHER CURRENT LIABILITIES

Other current liabilities at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, include:

 

                      in millions  
      2011      2010  

  Accrued salaries, wages and benefits

     $407         $444   

  Self-insurance reserves

     298         256   

  Other

     335         334   

  Total other current liabilities

     $1,040         $1,034   
Debt
Debt

NOTE 7: DEBT

The major components of debt are as follows (in millions):

 

                 
      2011      2010  
               

  Revolving credit facility

     $0         $0   

  Senior notes:

                 

   8.25% Notes due October 2011 (2011 Notes)

     0         315   

   3.25% Convertible senior notes due October 2013 (2013 Notes)

     458         458   

   10.50% Senior notes due March 2014 (2014 Notes)

     810         810   

   6.85% Senior notes due April 2016 (2016 Notes)

     638         701   

   7.00% Notes due May 2018

     120         122   

   7.00% Notes due January 2028

     18         18   

   Discount on senior notes

     (76)         (105)   

  GO Zone tax-exempt bonds due October 2033 (0.14% at 10/1/2011)

     100         100   

  Other

     114         117   

  Total debt

     2,182         2,536   

  Less current debt

     70         401   

  Total long-term debt

     $2,112                              $2,135   

Annual maturities of debt for the five fiscal years subsequent to October 1, 2011, are: 2012 - $70 million; 2013 - $17 million; 2014 - $1,279 million; 2015 - $7 million; 2016 - $643 million.

Revolving Credit Facility

In February 2011, we amended and extended our $1.0 billion revolving credit facility that supports short-term funding needs and letters of credit. The facility will mature and the commitments thereunder will terminate in February 2016, provided that (a) at any time during the six-month period ending November 29, 2013, we have corporate credit ratings not lower than BBB- and Baa3 from Standard & Poor's (S&P) and Moody's Investor Services, Inc. (Moody's), respectively, in each case with stable outlook or better, (b) on or prior to November 29, 2013, we have refinanced, purchased, or defeased the 2014 Notes, or (c) we have irrevocably deposited cash in an amount not less than the aggregate principal amount of the outstanding 2014 Notes on or prior to November 29, 2013, in a blocked cash collateral account. In the event none of the foregoing events have occurred, the loans made under this facility will mature and the commitments thereunder will terminate on November 29, 2013. As of October 1, 2011, none of the foregoing events have occurred.

After reducing the amount available by outstanding letters of credit issued under this facility, the amount available for borrowing under this facility at October 1, 2011, was $842 million. At October 1, 2011, we had outstanding letters of credit issued under this facility totaling $158 million, none of which were drawn upon. Our letters of credit are issued primarily in support of workers' compensation insurance programs, derivative activities and Dynamic Fuels' Gulf Opportunity Zone tax-exempt bonds. We had an additional $50 million of bilateral letters of credit not issued under this facility, none of which were drawn upon.

This facility is fully and unconditionally guaranteed by substantially all of our domestic subsidiaries. The guarantors' cash, accounts receivable, inventory and proceeds received related to these items previously secured our obligations under this facility. Because we satisfied certain credit rating requirements provided for in the facility, we requested the release of the liens securing the facility. As of October 1, 2011, all liens securing our obligations under this facility were released, while the facility remains fully and unconditionally guaranteed by substantially all of our domestic subsidiaries.

2013 Notes

In September 2008, we issued $458 million principal amount 3.25% convertible senior unsecured notes due October 15, 2013, with interest payable semi-annually in arrears on April 15 and October 15. The conversion rate initially is 59.1935 shares of Class A stock per $1,000 principal amount of notes, which is equivalent to an initial conversion price of $16.89 per share of Class A stock. The 2013 Notes may be converted before the close of business on July 12, 2013, only under the following circumstances:

 

   

during any fiscal quarter after December 27, 2008, if the last reported sale price of our Class A stock for at least 20 trading days during a period of 30 consecutive trading days ending on the last trading day of the preceding fiscal quarter is at least 130% of the applicable conversion price on each applicable trading day (which would currently require our shares to trade at or above $21.96); or

 

   

during the five business days after any 10 consecutive trading days (measurement period) in which the trading price per $1,000 principal amount of notes for each trading day of the measurement period was less than 98% of the product of the last reported sale price of our Class A stock and the applicable conversion rate on each such day; or

   

upon the occurrence of specified corporate events as defined in the supplemental indenture.

On and after July 15, 2013, until the close of business on the second scheduled trading day immediately preceding the maturity date, holders may convert their notes at any time, regardless of the foregoing circumstances. Upon conversion, we will deliver cash up to the aggregate principal amount of the 2013 Notes to be converted and shares of our Class A stock in respect of the remainder, if any, of our conversion obligation in excess of the aggregate principal amount of the 2013 Notes being converted. As of October 1, 2011, none of the conditions permitting conversion of the 2013 Notes had been satisfied.

The 2013 Notes were originally accounted for as a combined instrument because the conversion feature did not meet the requirements to be accounted for separately as a derivative financial instrument. However, we adopted new accounting guidance in the first quarter of fiscal 2010 and applied it retrospectively to all periods presented. This new accounting guidance required us to separately account for the liability and equity conversion features. Upon retrospective adoption, our effective interest rate on the 2013 Notes was determined to be 8.26%, which resulted in the recognition of a $92 million discount to these notes with the offsetting after tax amount of $56 million recorded to capital in excess of par value. This discount is being accreted over the five-year term of the convertible notes at the effective interest rate.

In connection with the issuance of the 2013 Notes, we entered into separate convertible note hedge transactions with respect to our Class A stock to minimize the potential economic dilution upon conversion of the 2013 Notes. We also entered into separate warrant transactions. We recorded the purchase of the note hedge transactions as a reduction to capital in excess of par value, net of $36 million pertaining to the related deferred tax asset, and we recorded the proceeds of the warrant transactions as an increase to capital in excess of par value. Subsequent changes in fair value of these instruments are not recognized in the financial statements as long as the instruments continue to meet the criteria for equity classification.

We purchased call options in private transactions for $94 million that permit us to acquire up to approximately 27 million shares of our Class A stock at an initial strike price of $16.89 per share, subject to adjustment. The call options allow us to acquire a number of shares of our Class A stock initially equal to the number of shares of Class A stock issuable to the holders of the 2013 Notes upon conversion. These call options will terminate upon the maturity of the 2013 Notes.

We sold warrants in private transactions for total proceeds of $44 million. The warrants permit the purchasers to acquire up to approximately 27 million shares of our Class A stock at an initial exercise price of $22.31 per share, subject to adjustment. The warrants are exercisable on various dates from January 2014 through March 2014.

The maximum amount of shares that may be issued to satisfy the conversion of the 2013 Notes is limited to 35.9 million shares. However, the convertible note hedge and warrant transactions, in effect, increase the initial conversion price of the 2013 Notes from $16.89 per share to $22.31 per share, thus reducing the potential future economic dilution associated with conversion of the 2013 Notes. If our share price is below $22.31 upon conversion of the 2013 Notes, there is no economic net share impact. Upon conversion, a 10% increase in our share price above the $22.31 conversion price would result in the issuance of 2.5 million incremental shares. The 2013 Notes and the warrants could have a dilutive effect on our earnings per share to the extent the price of our Class A stock during a given measurement period exceeds the respective exercise prices of those instruments. The call options are excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share as their impact is anti-dilutive.

2014 Notes

In March 2009, we issued $810 million of senior unsecured notes, which will mature in March 2014. The 2014 Notes carry a 10.50% interest rate, with interest payments due semi-annually on March 1 and September 1. These were issued at an original issue discount of $59 million, based on an issue price of 92.756% of face value. The 2014 Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by substantially all of our domestic subsidiaries.

 

2016 Notes

The 2016 Notes carried an interest rate at issuance of 6.60%, with an interest step up feature dependent on their credit rating. On November 13, 2008, Moody's downgraded the credit rating from "Ba1" to "Ba3." This downgrade increased the interest rate from 7.35% to 7.85%, effective beginning with the six-month interest payment due April 1, 2009.

On August 19, 2010, S&P upgraded the credit rating of these notes from "BB" to "BB+." On September 2, 2010, Moody's upgraded our credit rating from "Ba3" to "Ba2." These upgrades decreased the interest rate on the 2016 Notes from 7.85% to 7.35%, effective beginning with the six-month interest payment due October 1, 2010.

On February 24, 2011, S&P upgraded the credit rating of these notes from "BB+" to "BBB-." On March 29, 2011, Moody's upgraded our credit rating from "Ba2" to "Ba1". These upgrades decreased the interest rate on the 2016 Notes from 7.35% to 6.85%, effective beginning with the six-month interest payment due April 1, 2011.

GO Zone Tax-Exempt Bonds

In October 2008, Dynamic Fuels received $100 million in proceeds from the sale of Gulf Opportunity Zone tax-exempt bonds made available by the federal government to the regions affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005. These floating rate bonds are due October 1, 2033. In November 2008, we entered into an interest rate swap related to these bonds to mitigate our interest rate risk on a portion of the bonds for five years. We also issued a letter of credit as a guarantee for the entire bond issuance.

Debt Covenants

Our revolving credit facility contains affirmative and negative covenants that, among other things, may limit or restrict our ability to: create liens and encumbrances; incur debt; merge, dissolve, liquidate or consolidate; make acquisitions and investments; dispose of or transfer assets; pay dividends or make other payments in respect of our capital stock; amend material documents; change the nature of our business; make certain payments of debt; engage in certain transactions with affiliates; and enter into sale/leaseback or hedging transactions, in each case, subject to certain qualifications and exceptions. In addition, we are required to maintain minimum interest expense coverage and maximum leverage ratios.

Our 2014 Notes also contain affirmative and negative covenants that, among other things, may limit or restrict our ability to: incur additional debt and issue preferred stock; make certain investments and restricted payments; create liens; create restrictions on distributions from subsidiaries; engage in specified sales of assets and subsidiary stock; enter into transactions with affiliates; enter new lines of business; engage in consolidation, mergers and acquisitions; and engage in certain sale/leaseback transactions.

We were in compliance with all debt covenants at October 1, 2011.

Income Taxes
Income Taxes

NOTE 8: INCOME TAXES

Detail of the provision for income taxes from continuing operations consists of the following:

 

                         
                      in millions    
                  2011                  2010      2009    

  Federal

     $320         $374         $7     

  State

     21         44         (4)     

  Foreign

     0         20         4     
       $341         $438         $7     

  Current

     $255         $420         $40     

  Deferred

     86         18         (33)     
       $341         $438         $7     

 

The reasons for the difference between the statutory federal income tax rate and our effective income tax rate from continuing operations are as follows:

 

                         
                   2011                       2010                       2009    

  Federal income tax rate

     35.0%         35.0%         35.0%     

  State income taxes

     1.6         2.4         0.1     

  Unrecognized tax benefits, net

     (1.7)         (1.4)         (0.3)     

  Goodwill impairment

     0.0         0.9         (36.1)     

  General business credits

     (0.9)         (0.7)         2.2     

  Domestic production deduction

     (2.3)         (2.0)         0.5     

  Change in foreign valuation allowance

     0.3         0.8         (3.8)     

  Tax planning in foreign jurisdictions

     0.0         0.0         1.7     

  Other

     (0.2)         1.4         (0.8)     
       31.8%         36.4%         (1.5)%     

During fiscal 2011, tax expense was impacted by the domestic production deduction, adjustments to reserves for uncertain tax positions due to domestic and foreign tax audit activities, and estimated general business credits, which decreased tax expense by $25 million, $19 million, and $9 million, respectively.

During fiscal 2010, tax expense was impacted by the domestic production deduction and reductions in unrecognized tax benefits, which decreased tax expense by $24 million and $16 million, respectively.

The fiscal 2009 goodwill impairment is not deductible for income tax purposes and negatively impacted our effective income tax rate by 36.1%. During fiscal 2009, our tax expense was impacted by an increase in foreign valuation allowance which increased tax expense by $21 million, estimated general business credits, which decreased tax expense by $12 million, and tax planning in foreign jurisdictions which decreased tax expense by $9 million.

We recognize deferred income taxes for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled.

The tax effects of major items recorded as deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows:

 

                                 
                          in millions    
      2011            2010        
     Deferred Tax            Deferred Tax        
      Assets      Liabilities      Assets      Liabilities    

  Property, plant and equipment

     $0         $401         $0         $347     

  Suspended taxes from conversion to accrual method

     0         81         0         86     

  Intangible assets

     0         35         0         34     

  Inventory

     9         113         9         85     

  Accrued expenses

     196         0         202         0     

  Net operating loss and other carryforwards

     97         0         97         0     

  Insurance reserves

     23         0         20         0     

  Other

     80         68         108         90     
       $405         $698         $436         $642     

  Valuation allowance

     $(92)                  $(96)            

  Net deferred tax liability

              $385                  $302     

We record deferred tax amounts in Other Current Assets and in Deferred Income Taxes on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.

The deferred tax liability for suspended taxes from conversion to accrual method represents the 1987 change from the cash to accrual method of accounting and will be recognized by 2027.

 

At October 1, 2011, our gross state tax net operating loss carryforwards approximated $635 million and expire in fiscal years 2012 through 2029. Gross foreign net operating loss carryforwards approximated $160 million, of which $63 million expire in fiscal years 2012 through 2020, and the remainder has no expiration. We also have tax credit carryforwards of approximately $19 million that expire in fiscal years 2012 through 2025.

We have accumulated undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries aggregating approximately $339 million and $260 million at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, respectively. These earnings are expected to be indefinitely reinvested outside of the United States. If those earnings were distributed in the form of dividends or otherwise, we would be subject to federal income taxes (subject to an adjustment for foreign tax credits), state income taxes and withholding taxes payable to the various foreign countries. It is not currently practicable to estimate the tax liability that might be payable on the repatriation of these foreign earnings.

The following table summarizes the activity related to our gross unrecognized tax benefits at October 1, 2011, October 2, 2010, and October 3, 2009:

 

                         
in millions    
      2011                 2010      2009    

  Balance as of the beginning of the year

     $184         $233         $220     

  Increases related to current year tax positions

     4         4         7     

  Increases related to prior year tax positions

     21         11         60     

  Reductions related to prior year tax positions

     (24)         (35)         (21)     

  Reductions related to settlements

     (9)         (25)         (25)     

  Reductions related to expirations of statute of limitations

     (2)         (4)         (8)     

  Balance as of the end of the year

     $174         $184         $233     

The amount of unrecognized tax benefits, if recognized, that would impact our effective tax rate was $155 million and $150 million at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, respectively. We classify interest and penalties on unrecognized tax benefits as income tax expense. At October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, before tax benefits, we had $58 million and $64 million, respectively, of accrued interest and penalties on unrecognized tax benefits.

As of October 1, 2011, we are subject to income tax examinations for U.S. federal income taxes for fiscal years 2003 through 2010. We are also subject to income tax examinations for state and foreign income taxes for fiscal years 2001 through 2010. During fiscal 2012, tax audit resolutions could potentially reduce our unrecognized tax benefits by approximately $10 million, either because tax positions are sustained on audit or because we agree to their disallowance.

Other Income And Charges
Other Income And Charges

NOTE 9: OTHER INCOME AND CHARGES

During fiscal 2011, we recorded an $11 million gain related to a sale of interests in an equity method investment. This gain was recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Income in Other, net.

During fiscal 2010, we recognized $38 million of insurance proceeds received related to losses incurred from Hurricane Katrina in 2005. These proceeds are reflected in the Chicken segment's Operating Income and included in the Consolidated Statements of Income in Cost of Sales. Also in fiscal 2010, we recorded a $12 million impairment charge related to an equity method investment. This charge is included in the Consolidated Statements of Income in Other, net.

On March 27, 2009, we announced the decision to close our Ponca City, Oklahoma, processed meats plant. The plant ceased operation in August 2009. The closing resulted in the elimination of approximately 600 jobs. During fiscal 2009, we recorded charges of $15 million, which included $14 million for estimated impairment charges and $1 million of employee termination benefits. The charges are reflected in the Prepared Foods segment's Operating Income and included in the Consolidated Statements of Income in Other Charges.

Earnings (Loss) Per Share
Earnings (Loss) Per Share

NOTE 10: EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE

The earnings and weighted average common shares used in the computation of basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share are as follows:

 

      in millions, except per share data    
      2011      2010      2009    

  Numerator:

        

   Income (loss) from continuing operations

     $733         $765         $(550)     

   Less: Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest

     (17)         (15)         (4)     

   Income (loss) from continuing operations attributable to Tyson

     750         780         (546)     

   Less Dividends:

        

   Class A ($0.16/share)

     49         49         50     

   Class B ($0.144/share)

     10         10         10     

   Undistributed earnings (losses)

     $691         $721         $(606)     

   Class A undistributed earnings (losses)

     $572         $597         $(501)     

   Class B undistributed earnings (losses)

     119         124         (105)     

   Total undistributed earnings (losses)

     $691         $721         $(606)     

  Denominator:

        

   Denominator for basic earnings (loss) per share:

        

   Class A weighted average shares

     303         303         302     

   Class B weighted average shares, and shares under if-converted method for diluted earnings per share

     70         70         70     

   Effect of dilutive securities:

        

   Stock options and restricted stock

     6         6         0     

   Convertible 2013 Notes

     1         0         0     

   Denominator for diluted earnings (loss) per share – adjusted weighted average shares and assumed conversions

     380         379         372     

  Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson:

        

   Class A Basic

     $2.04         $2.13         $(1.49)     

   Class B Basic

     $1.84         $1.91         $(1.35)     

   Diluted

     $1.97         $2.06         $(1.47)     

  Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson:

        

   Class A Basic

     $2.04         $2.13         $(1.49)     

   Class B Basic

     $1.84         $1.91         $(1.35)     

   Diluted

     $1.97         $2.06         $(1.47)     

Approximately 4 million, 5 million and 24 million in fiscal years 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively, of our stock-based compensation shares were antidilutive and were not included in the dilutive earnings per share calculation.

We have two classes of capital stock, Class A stock and Class B stock. Cash dividends cannot be paid to holders of Class B stock unless they are simultaneously paid to holders of Class A stock. The per share amount of cash dividends paid to holders of Class B stock cannot exceed 90% of the cash dividends paid to holders of Class A stock.

We allocate undistributed earnings (losses) based upon a 1 to 0.9 ratio per share to Class A stock and Class B stock, respectively. We allocate undistributed earnings (losses) based on this ratio due to historical dividend patterns, voting control of Class B shareholders and contractual limitations of dividends to Class B stock.

Derivative Financial Instruments
Derivative Financial Instruments

NOTE 11: DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

Our business operations give rise to certain market risk exposures mostly due to changes in commodity prices, foreign currency exchange rates and interest rates. We manage a portion of these risks through the use of derivative financial instruments, primarily futures and options, to reduce our exposure to commodity price risk, foreign currency risk and interest rate risk. Forward contracts on various commodities, including grains, livestock and energy, are primarily entered into to manage the price risk associated with forecasted purchases of these inputs used in our production processes. Foreign exchange forward contracts are entered into to manage the fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, primarily as a result of certain receivable and payable balances. We also periodically utilize interest rate swaps to manage interest rate risk associated with our variable-rate borrowings.

Our risk management programs are periodically reviewed by our Board of Directors' Audit Committee. These programs are monitored by senior management and may be revised as market conditions dictate. Our current risk management programs utilize industry-standard models that take into account the implicit cost of hedging. Risks associated with our market risks and those created by derivative instruments and the fair values are strictly monitored at all times, using Value-at-Risk and stress tests. Credit risks associated with our derivative contracts are not significant as we minimize counterparty concentrations, utilize margin accounts or letters of credit, and deal with credit-worthy counterparties. Additionally, our derivative contracts are mostly short-term in duration and we generally do not make use of credit-risk-related contingent features. No significant concentrations of credit risk existed at October 1, 2011.

We recognize all derivative instruments as either assets or liabilities at fair value in the Consolidated Balance Sheets, with the exception of normal purchases and normal sales expected to result in physical delivery. The accounting for changes in the fair value (i.e., gains or losses) of a derivative instrument depends on whether it has been designated and qualifies as part of a hedging relationship and the type of hedging relationship. For those derivative instruments that are designated and qualify as hedging instruments, we designate the hedging instrument based upon the exposure being hedged (i.e., fair value hedge, cash flow hedge, or hedge of a net investment in a foreign operation). We qualify, or designate, a derivative financial instrument as a hedge when contract terms closely mirror those of the hedged item, providing a high degree of risk reduction and correlation. If a derivative instrument is accounted for as a hedge, depending on the nature of the hedge, changes in the fair value of the instrument either will be offset against the change in fair value of the hedged assets, liabilities or firm commitments through earnings, or be recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) (OCI) until the hedged item is recognized in earnings. The ineffective portion of an instrument's change in fair value is recognized in earnings immediately. We designate certain forward contracts as follows:

 

   

Cash Flow Hedges – include certain commodity forward and option contracts of forecasted purchases (i.e., grains) and certain foreign exchange forward contracts.

   

Fair Value Hedges – include certain commodity forward contracts of forecasted purchases (i.e., livestock).

   

Net Investment Hedges – include certain foreign currency forward contracts of permanently invested capital in certain foreign subsidiaries.

Cash flow hedges

Derivative instruments, such as futures and options, are designated as hedges against changes in the amount of future cash flows related to procurement of certain commodities utilized in our production processes. We do not purchase forward and option commodity contracts in excess of our physical consumption requirements and generally do not hedge forecasted transactions beyond 18 months. The objective of these hedges is to reduce the variability of cash flows associated with the forecasted purchase of those commodities. For the derivative instruments we designate and qualify as a cash flow hedge, the effective portion of the gain or loss on the derivative is reported as a component of OCI and reclassified into earnings in the same period or periods during which the hedged transaction affects earnings. Gains and losses representing hedge ineffectiveness are recognized in earnings in the current period. Ineffectiveness related to our cash flow hedges was not significant during fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009.

We had the following aggregated notionals of outstanding forward and option contracts accounted for as cash flow hedges:

 

      Metric                       October 1, 2011                           October 2, 2010  

  Commodity:

        

  Corn

     Bushels         6 million         16 million   

  Soy Meal

     Tons         82,300         101,500   

  Foreign Currency

     United States dollar         $75 million         $0   

As of October 1, 2011, the net amounts expected to be reclassified into earnings within the next 12 months are pretax losses of $21 million related to grain and pretax gains of $9 million related to foreign currency. During fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, we did not reclassify significant pretax gains/losses into earnings as a result of the discontinuance of cash flow hedges due to the probability the original forecasted transaction would not occur by the end of the originally specified time period or within the additional period of time allowed by generally accepted accounting principles.

 

The following table sets forth the pretax impact of cash flow hedge derivative instruments on the Consolidated Statements of Income (in millions):

 

     

Gain/(Loss)    
Recognized in OCI    

on Derivatives    

     Consolidated  
Statements of Income  
Classification  
    

Gain/(Loss)  
Reclassified from  

OCI to Earnings  

 
      2011        2010        2009                  2011        2010        2009    

  Cash Flow Hedge – Derivatives designated

                    

  as hedging instruments:

                    

  Commodity contracts

     $(5)           $6           $(61)             Cost of Sales           $25           $(6)           $(67)     

  Foreign exchange contracts

     9           1           8             Other Income/Expense           0           1           6     

  Total

     $4           $7           $(53)                      $25           $(5)           $(61)     

Fair value hedges

We designate certain futures contracts as fair value hedges of firm commitments to purchase livestock for slaughter. Our objective of these hedges is to minimize the risk of changes in fair value created by fluctuations in commodity prices associated with fixed price livestock firm commitments. We had the following aggregated notionals of outstanding forward contracts entered into to hedge forecasted commodity purchases which are accounted for as a fair value hedge:

 

      Metric                       October 1, 2011                       October 2, 2010  

  Commodity:

        

  Live Cattle

     Pounds         318 million         361 million   

  Lean Hogs

     Pounds         601 million         508 million   

For these derivative instruments we designate and qualify as a fair value hedge, the gain or loss on the derivative, as well as the offsetting gain or loss on the hedged item attributable to the hedged risk, are recognized in earnings in the same period. We include the gain or loss on the hedged items (i.e., livestock purchase firm commitments) in the same line item, Cost of Sales, as the offsetting gain or loss on the related livestock forward position.

 

        in millions  
      Consolidated
Statements of Income
Classification
     2011        2010        2009    

  Gain/(Loss) on forwards

     Cost of Sales               $ (78)         $ (58)         $ 152     

  Gain/(Loss) on purchase contract

     Cost of Sales         78           58           (152)     

Ineffectiveness related to our fair value hedges was not significant during fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009.

Foreign net investment hedges

We utilize forward foreign exchange contracts to protect the value of our net investments in certain foreign subsidiaries. For derivative instruments that are designated and qualify as a hedge of a net investment in a foreign currency, the gain or loss is reported in OCI as part of the cumulative translation adjustment to the extent it is effective, with the related amounts due to or from counterparties included in other liabilities or other assets. We utilize the forward-rate method of assessing hedge effectiveness. Any ineffective portions of net investment hedges are recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Income during the period of change. Ineffectiveness related to our foreign net investment hedges was not significant during fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009. At October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, we had $35 million and $49 million aggregate outstanding notionals related to our forward foreign currency contracts accounted for as foreign net investment hedges.

The following table sets forth the pretax impact of these derivative instruments on the Consolidated Statements of Income (in millions):

 

     

Gain/(Loss)    
Recognized in OCI    

on Derivatives    

     Consolidated  
Statements of Income  
Classification  
    

Gain/(Loss)
Reclassified from

OCI to Earnings

 
      2011        2010        2009                  2011        2010        2009  
  Net Investment Hedge – Derivatives designated as                     
  hedging instruments:                     

  Foreign exchange contracts

     $(2)           $(1)           $(5)             Other Income/Expense           $0           $0           $(2)   

 

Undesignated positions

In addition to our designated positions, we also hold forward and option contracts for which we do not apply hedge accounting. These include certain derivative instruments related to commodities price risk, including grains, livestock and energy, foreign currency risk and interest rate risk. We mark these positions to fair value through earnings at each reporting date. We generally do not enter into undesignated positions beyond 18 months.

The objective of our undesignated grains, energy and livestock commodity positions is to reduce the variability of cash flows associated with the forecasted purchase of certain grains, energy and livestock inputs to our production processes. We also enter into certain forward sales of boxed beef and boxed pork and forward purchases of cattle and hogs at fixed prices. The fixed price sales contracts lock in the proceeds from a sale in the future and the fixed cattle and hog purchases lock in the cost. However, the cost of the livestock and the related boxed beef and boxed pork market prices at the time of the sale or purchase could vary from this fixed price. As we enter into fixed forward sales of boxed beef and boxed pork and forward purchases of cattle and hogs, we also enter into the appropriate number of livestock futures positions to mitigate a portion of this risk. Changes in market value of the open livestock futures positions are marked to market and reported in earnings at each reporting date, even though the economic impact of our fixed prices being above or below the market price is only realized at the time of sale or purchase. These positions generally do not qualify for hedge treatment due to location basis differences between the commodity exchanges and the actual locations when we purchase the commodities.

We have a foreign currency cash flow hedging program to hedge portions of forecasted transactions denominated in foreign currencies, primarily with forward and option contracts, to protect against the reduction in value of forecasted foreign currency cash flows. Our undesignated foreign currency positions generally would qualify for cash flow hedge accounting. However, to reduce earnings volatility, we normally will not elect hedge accounting treatment when the position provides an offset to the underlying related transaction that currently impacts earnings.

The objective of our undesignated interest rate swap is to manage interest rate risk exposure on a floating-rate bond. Our interest rate swap agreement effectively modifies our exposure to interest rate risk by converting a portion of the floating-rate bond to a fixed rate basis for the first five years, thus reducing the impact of the interest-rate changes on future interest expense. This interest rate swap does not qualify for hedge treatment due to differences in the underlying bond and swap contract interest-rate indices.

We had the following aggregate outstanding notionals related to our undesignated positions:

 

      Metric                       October 1, 2011                       October 2, 2010  

  Commodity:

        

  Corn

     Bushels         17 million         38 million   

  Soy Meal

     Tons         174,600         367,000   

  Soy Oil

     Pounds         13 million         2 million   

  Live Cattle

     Pounds         72 million         73 million   

  Lean Hogs

     Pounds         19 million         134 million   

  Natural Gas

     British thermal units         0         450 billion   

  Foreign Currency

     United States dollars         $110 million         $146 million   

  Interest Rate

     Average monthly notional debt         $39 million         $53 million   

The following table sets forth the pretax impact of the undesignated derivative instruments on the Consolidated Statements of Income (in millions):

 

     Consolidated            
Statements of Income             
Classification            
    

Gain/(Loss)

Recognized

in Earnings

 
              2011        2010        2009    

  Derivatives not designated

  as hedging instruments:

           

   Commodity contracts

     Sales                     $20           $27           $(34)   

   Commodity contracts

     Cost of Sales                     (2)           (20)           (151)   

   Foreign exchange contracts

     Other Income/Expense                     (3)           (5)           0   

   Interest rate contracts

     Interest Expense                     0           1           (4)   

  Total

              $15           $3           $(189)   

 

The following table sets forth the fair value of all derivative instruments outstanding in the Consolidated Balance Sheets (in millions):

 

     Fair Value                     
  
      2011                  2010  

  Derivative Assets:

     

  Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:

     

  Commodity contracts

     $3         $20   

  Foreign exchange contracts

     12         0   

  Total derivative assets – designated

     15         20   
     

  Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:

     

  Commodity contracts

     21         10   

  Foreign exchange contracts

     5         1   

  Total derivative assets – not designated

     26         11   
     

  Total derivative assets

     $41         $31   
     

  Derivative Liabilities:

     

  Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:

     

  Commodity contracts

     $41         $16   
     

  Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:

     

  Commodity contracts

     121         34   

  Foreign exchange contracts

     1         6   

  Interest rate contracts

     2         3   

  Total derivative liabilities – not designated

     124         43   
     

  Total derivative liabilities

     $165         $59   

Our derivative assets and liabilities are presented in our Consolidated Balance Sheets on a net basis. We net derivative assets and liabilities, including cash collateral when a legally enforceable master netting arrangement exists between the counterparty to a derivative contract and us. See Note 12: Fair Value Measurements for a reconciliation to amounts reported in the Consolidated Balance Sheets in Other current assets and Other current liabilities.

Fair Value Measurements
Fair Value Measurements

NOTE 12: FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. The fair value hierarchy contains three levels as follows:

Level 1 — Unadjusted quoted prices available in active markets for the identical assets or liabilities at the measurement date.

Level 2 — Other observable inputs available at the measurement date, other than quoted prices included in Level 1, either directly or indirectly, including:

 

   

Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets;

   

Quoted prices for identical or similar assets in non-active markets;

   

Inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability; and

   

Inputs derived principally from or corroborated by other observable market data.

Level 3 — Unobservable inputs that cannot be corroborated by observable market data and reflect the use of significant management judgment. These values are generally determined using pricing models for which the assumptions utilize management's estimates of market participant assumptions.

 

Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

The fair value hierarchy requires the use of observable market data when available. In instances where the inputs used to measure fair value fall into different levels of the fair value hierarchy, the fair value measurement has been determined based on the lowest level input significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety. Our assessment of the significance of a particular item to the fair value measurement in its entirety requires judgment, including the consideration of inputs specific to the asset or liability. The following tables set forth by level within the fair value hierarchy our financial assets and liabilities accounted for at fair value on a recurring basis according to the valuation techniques we used to determine their fair values (in millions):

The following table provides a reconciliation between the beginning and ending balance of debt securities measured at fair value on a recurring basis in the table above that used significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) (in millions):

 

      October 1, 2011      October 2, 2010    

  Balance at beginning of year

     $73         $72     

  Total realized and unrealized gains (losses):
  Included in earnings

     0         1     

  Included in other comprehensive income (loss)

     (1)         1     

  Purchases, issuances and settlements, net

     11         (1)     

  Balance at end of year

     $83         $73     

  Total gains (losses) for the periods included in earnings attributable to the change in unrealized gains (losses) relating to assets and liabilities still held at end of year

     $0         $0     

 

The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the fair value of each class of financial instrument:

Derivative Assets and Liabilities: Our derivatives, including commodities, foreign exchange forward contracts and an interest rate swap, primarily include exchange-traded and over-the-counter contracts which are further described in Note 11: Derivative Financial Instruments. We record our commodity derivatives at fair value using quoted market prices adjusted for credit and non-performance risk and internal models that use as their basis readily observable market inputs including current and forward commodity market prices. Our foreign exchange forward contracts are recorded at fair value based on quoted prices and spot and forward currency prices adjusted for credit and non-performance risk. Our interest rate swap is recorded at fair value based on quoted LIBOR swap rates adjusted for credit and non-performance risk. We classify these instruments in Level 2 when quoted market prices can be corroborated utilizing observable current and forward commodity market prices on active exchanges, observable market transactions of spot currency rates and forward currency prices or observable benchmark market rates at commonly quoted intervals.

Available for Sale Securities: Our investments in marketable debt securities are classified as available-for-sale and are included in Other Assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. These investments, which are generally long-term in nature with maturities ranging up to 45 years, are reported at fair value based on pricing models and quoted market prices adjusted for credit and non-performance risk. We classify our investments in U.S. government and agency debt securities as Level 2 as fair value is generally estimated using discounted cash flow models that are primarily industry-standard models that consider various assumptions, including time value and yield curve as well as other readily available relevant economic measures. We classify certain corporate, asset-backed and other debt securities as Level 3 as there is limited activity or less observable inputs into proprietary valuation models, including estimated prepayment, default and recovery rates on the underlying portfolio or structured investment vehicle.

Additionally, we have eight million shares of Syntroleum Corporation common stock and 4.25 million warrants, which expire in early fiscal 2014, to purchase an equivalent amount of Syntroleum Corporation common stock at an average price of $2.87. We record the shares and warrants in Other Assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheets at fair value based on quoted market prices. We classify the shares as Level 1 as the fair value is based on unadjusted quoted prices available in active markets. We classify the warrants as Level 2 as fair value can be corroborated based on observable market data.

 

Unrealized holding gains (losses), net of tax, are excluded from earnings and reported in OCI until the security is settled or sold. On a quarterly basis, we evaluate whether losses related to our available-for-sale securities are temporary in nature. Losses on equity securities are recognized in earnings if the decline in value is judged to be other than temporary. If losses related to our debt securities are determined to be other than temporary, the loss would be recognized in earnings if we intend, or more likely than not will be required, to sell the security prior to recovery. For debt securities in which we have the intent and ability to hold until maturity, losses determined to be other than temporary would remain in OCI, other than expected credit losses which are recognized in earnings. We consider many factors in determining whether a loss is temporary, including the length of time and extent to which the fair value has been below cost, the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer and our ability and intent to hold the investment for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery. During fiscal 2011 and 2010, we recognized no other than temporary impairments in earnings, while we recognized $4 million of other than temporary impairments during fiscal 2009. No other than temporary losses were deferred in OCI as of October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010.

 

Deferred Compensation Assets: We maintain non-qualified deferred compensation plans for certain executives and other highly compensated employees. Investments are maintained within a trust and include money market funds, mutual funds and life insurance policies. The cash surrender value of the life insurance policies is invested primarily in mutual funds. The investments are recorded at fair value based on quoted market prices and are included in Other Assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheets. We classify the investments which have observable market prices in active markets in Level 1 as these are generally publicly-traded mutual funds. The remaining deferred compensation assets are classified in Level 2, as fair value can be corroborated based on observable market data. Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on deferred compensation are included in earnings.

Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis

In addition to assets and liabilities that are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis, we record assets and liabilities at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. Generally, assets are recorded at fair value on a nonrecurring basis as a result of impairment charges. During fiscal 2010, we recorded a $29 million charge to fully impair an immaterial Chicken segment reporting unit's goodwill. We utilized a discounted cash flow analysis that incorporated unobservable Level 3 inputs. We did not have any other significant measurements of assets or liabilities at fair value on a nonrecurring basis subsequent to their initial recognition.

Other Financial Instruments

Fair values for debt are based on quoted market prices or published forward interest rate curves. Fair value and carrying value for our debt were as follows (in millions):

 

      October 1, 2011      October 2, 2010  
      

 

Fair

Value

  

 

    
 
Carrying
Value
  
  
    

 

Fair

Value

  

 

    
 
Carrying
Value
  
  

  Total Debt

   $ 2,334       $ 2,182       $ 2,770       $ 2,536   

For all of our other financial instruments, the estimated fair value approximated the carrying value at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010. The carrying value of our other financial instruments, not otherwise disclosed herein, included notes receivable, which approximated fair value at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010. Notes receivable were recorded in Other Current Assets in the Consolidated Balance Sheets and totaled $0 and $49 million at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, respectively. The fair values were determined using pricing models for which the assumptions utilize management's estimates of market participant assumptions.

Concentrations of Credit Risk

Our financial instruments exposed to concentrations of credit risk consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents and accounts receivable. Our cash equivalents are in high quality securities placed with major banks and financial institutions. Concentrations of credit risk with respect to receivables are limited due to the large number of customers and their dispersion across geographic areas. We perform periodic credit evaluations of our customers' financial condition and generally do not require collateral. At October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, 16.5% and 15.3%, respectively, of our net accounts receivable balance was due from Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. No other single customer or customer group represented greater than 10% of net accounts receivable.

Stock-Based Compensation
Stock-Based Compensation

NOTE 13: STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION

We issue shares under our stock-based compensation plans by issuing Class A stock from treasury. The total number of shares available for future grant under the Tyson Foods, Inc. 2000 Stock Incentive Plan (Incentive Plan) was 15,102,409 at October 1, 2011.

Stock Options

Shareholders approved the Incentive Plan in January 2001. The Incentive Plan is administered by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors (Compensation Committee). The Incentive Plan includes provisions for granting incentive stock options for shares of Class A stock at a price not less than the fair value at the date of grant. Nonqualified stock options may be granted at a price equal to, less than or more than the fair value of Class A stock on the date the option is granted. Stock options under the Incentive Plan generally become exercisable ratably over two to five years from the date of grant and must be exercised within 10 years from the date of grant. Our policy is to recognize compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period for the entire award.

 

                                 
      Shares Under
Option
     Weighted
Average Exercise
Price Per Share
     Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual Life
(in Years)
     Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
(in millions)
 

  Outstanding, October 2, 2010

     19,373,912         $12.69                     

  Exercised

     (4,127,763)         12.26                     

  Canceled

     (498,920)         12.78                     

  Granted

     3,507,992         16.19                     

  Outstanding, October 1, 2011

     18,255,221         13.46         6.1         $246   
                                     

  Exercisable, October 1, 2011

     9,465,184         $13.93         4.3         $132   

We generally grant stock options once a year; however, we granted stock options twice during fiscal 2010. The weighted average grant-date fair value of options granted in fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009 was $6.19, $4.76 and $1.29, respectively. The fair value of each option grant is established on the date of grant using a binomial lattice method. We use historical volatility for a period of time comparable to the expected life of the option to determine volatility assumptions. Expected life is calculated based on the contractual term of each grant and takes into account the historical exercise and termination behavior of participants. Risk-free interest rates are based on the five-year Treasury bond rate. Assumptions as of the grant date used in the fair value calculation of each year's grants are outlined in the following table.

                         
      2011        2010        2009  

  Expected life

     6.7 years           6.5 years           5.3 years   

  Risk-free interest rate

     1.5%           1.2%           2.3%   

  Expected volatility

     38.8%           40.4%           34.6%   

  Expected dividend yield

     1.0%           1.3%           3.3%   

We recognized stock-based compensation expense related to stock options, net of income taxes, of $12 million, $11 million and $9 million, respectively, during fiscal years 2011, 2010 and 2009, with a $7 million, $7 million and $6 million related tax benefit. We had 6.8 million, 2.2 million and 2.4 million options vest in fiscal years 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively, with a grant date fair value of $16 million, $13 million and $15 million, respectively.

In fiscal years 2011, 2010 and 2009, we received cash of $51 million, $31 million and $1 million, respectively, for the exercise of stock options. Shares are issued from treasury for stock option exercises. The related tax benefit realized from stock options exercised during fiscal years 2011, 2010 and 2009, was $10 million, $5 million and $0, respectively. The total intrinsic value of options exercised in fiscal years 2011, 2010 and 2009, was $26 million, $12 million and $0, respectively. Cash flows resulting from tax deductions in excess of the compensation cost of those options (excess tax deductions) are classified as financing cash flows. We realized $5 million, $3 million and $0, respectively, in excess tax deductions during fiscal years 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively. As of October 1, 2011, we had $26 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to stock option plans that will be recognized over a weighted average period of 1.4 years.

Restricted Stock

We issue restricted stock at the market value as of the date of grant, with restrictions expiring over periods through 2014. Unearned compensation is recognized over the vesting period for the particular grant using a straight-line method.

 

                                 
      Number of Shares      Weighted
Average Grant-
Date Fair Value
Per Share
     Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual Life
(in Years)
     Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
(in millions)
 

  Nonvested, October 2, 2010

     3,601,614         $14.55                     

  Granted

     377,423         17.38                     

  Dividends

     28,000         17.92                     

  Vested

     (913,954)         15.12                     

  Forfeited

     (122,781)         14.74                     

  Nonvested, October 1, 2011

     2,970,302         $14.70         1.2         $52   

As of October 1, 2011, we had $14 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to restricted stock awards that will be recognized over a weighted average period of 1.2 years.

 

We recognized stock-based compensation expense related to restricted stock, net of income taxes, of $7 million, $8 million and $10 million for years 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively. The related tax benefit for fiscal years 2011, 2010 and 2009 was $5 million, $5 million and $7 million, respectively. We had 0.9 million, 1.8 million and 0.7 million, respectively, restricted stock awards vest in fiscal years 2011, 2010 and 2009, with a grant date fair value of $14 million, $30 million and $11 million.

Performance-Based Shares

In July 2003, our Compensation Committee began authorizing us to award performance-based shares of our Class A stock to certain senior executives. These awards are typically granted on the first business day of our fiscal year. The vesting of the performance-based shares is generally over three years and each award is subject to the attainment of goals determined by the Compensation Committee prior to the date of the award. We review progress toward the attainment of goals each quarter during the vesting period. However, the attainment of goals can be determined only at the end of the vesting period. If the shares vest, the ultimate cost will be equal to the Class A stock price on the date the shares vest multiplied by the number of shares awarded for all performance grants with other than market criteria. For grants with market performance criteria, the ultimate expense will be the fair value of the probable shares to vest regardless if the shares actually vest. Total expense recorded related to performance-based shares was not material for fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009.

Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits

NOTE 14: PENSIONS AND OTHER POSTRETIREMENT BENEFITS

At October 1, 2011, we had four noncontributory defined benefit pension plans consisting of three funded qualified plans and one unfunded non-qualified plan. All three of our qualified plans are frozen and provide benefits based on a formula using years of service and a specified benefit rate. Effective January 1, 2004, we implemented a non-qualified defined benefit plan for certain contracted officers that uses a formula based on years of service and final average salary. We also have other postretirement benefit plans for which substantially all of our employees may receive benefits if they satisfy applicable eligibility criteria. The postretirement healthcare plans are contributory with participants' contributions adjusted when deemed necessary.

We have defined contribution retirement and incentive benefit programs for various groups of employees. We recognized expenses of $45 million, $48 million and $49 million in fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively.

We use a fiscal year end measurement date for our defined benefit plans and other postretirement plans. We generally recognize the effect of actuarial gains and losses into earnings immediately for other postretirement plans rather than amortizing the effect over future periods.

Other postretirement benefits include postretirement medical costs and life insurance.

Benefit Obligations And Funded Status

The following table provides a reconciliation of the changes in the plans' benefit obligations, assets and funded status at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010:

 

                                      in millions  
     Pension Benefits      Other Postretirement  
      Qualified      Non-Qualified      Benefits  
      2011      2010      2011      2010      2011      2010  

  Change in benefit obligation

                 

  Benefit obligation at beginning of year

     $97         $89         $42         $38         $45         $46   

  Service cost

     0         0         3         3         0         1   

  Interest cost

     5         5         2         2         2         2   

  Plan participants' contributions

     0         0         0         0         1         1   

  Actuarial loss

     3         9         17         0         4         1   

  Benefits paid

     (6)         (6)         (2)         (1)         (8)         (6)   

  Benefit obligation at end of year

     99         97         62         42         44         45   
                 

  Change in plan assets

                 

  Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year

     74         68         0         0         0         0   

  Actual return on plan assets

     1         9         0         0         0         0   

  Employer contributions

     5         3         2         1         7         5   

  Plan participants' contributions

     0         0         0         0         1         1   

  Benefits paid

     (6)         (6)         (2)         (1)         (8)         (6)   

  Fair value of plan assets at end of year

     74         74         0         0         0         0   

  Funded status

     $(25)         $(23)         $(62)         $(42)         $(44)         $(45)   

 

Amounts recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets consist of:

 

                                      in millions  
     Pension Benefits      Other Postretirement
Benefits
 
      Qualified      Non-Qualified     
       2011         2010         2011         2010         2011         2010   

  Accrued benefit liability

     $(25)         $(23)         $(62)         $(42)         $(44)         $(45)   

  Accumulated other comprehensive (income)/loss:

                 

Unrecognized actuarial loss

     45         40         17         1         0         0   

Unrecognized prior service (cost)/credit

     0         0         2         3         (5)         (6)   

  Net amount recognized

     $20         $17         $(43)         $(38)         $(49)         $(51)   

At October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, all pension plans had an accumulated benefit obligation in excess of plan assets. The accumulated benefit obligation for all qualified pension plans was $99 million and $97 million at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, respectively. Plans with accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets are as follows:

 

                      in millions  
     Pension Benefits   
       Qualified         Non-Qualified   
       2011         2010         2011         2010   

  Projected benefit obligation

   $ 99       $ 97       $ 62       $ 42   

  Accumulated benefit obligation

     99         97         55         41   

  Fair value of plan assets

     74         74         0         0   

Net Periodic Benefit Cost

Components of net periodic benefit cost for pension and postretirement benefit plans recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Income are as follows:

 

                                                              in millions  
     Pension Benefits      Other Postretirement  
      Qualified      Non-Qualified      Benefits  
       2011         2010         2009         2011         2010         2009         2011         2010         2009   

  Service cost

     $0         $0         $0         $3         $3         $4         $0         $1         $0   

  Interest cost

     5         5         6         2         2         2         2         2         3   

  Expected return on plan assets

     (6)         (6)         (7)         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Amortization of prior service cost

     0         0         0         1         1         1         (1)         (1)         0   

  Recognized actuarial loss, net

     3         1         1         0         0         0         1         0         1   

  Net periodic benefit cost

     $2         $0         $0         $6         $6         $7         $2         $2         $4   

Assumptions

Weighted average assumptions are as follows:

 

       Pension Benefits         Other Postretirement   
       Qualified         Non-Qualified         Benefits   
       2011         2010         2009         2011         2010         2009         2011         2010         2009   

  Discount rate to determine net periodic benefit cost

     5.06%         6.00%         6.33%         5.50%         6.00%         6.50%         4.50%         5.71%         6.50%   

  Discount rate to determine benefit obligations

     4.53%         5.06%         6.00%         4.75%         5.50%         6.00%         4.09%         4.50%         5.71%   

  Rate of compensation increase

     N/A           N/A           N/A           3.50%         3.50%         3.50%         N/A           N/A           N/A     

  Expected return on plan assets

     7.79%         7.80%         8.00%         N/A           N/A           N/A           N/A           N/A           N/A     

To determine the rate-of-return on assets assumption, we first examined historical rates of return for the various asset classes. We then determined a long-term projected rate-of-return based on expected returns over the next five to 10 years.

 

Our discount rate assumptions used to account for pension and other postretirement benefit plans reflect the rates at which the benefit obligations could be effectively settled. These were determined using a cash flow matching technique whereby the rates of a yield curve, developed from high-quality debt securities, were applied to the benefit obligations to determine the appropriate discount rate.

We have three postretirement health plans. Two of these consist of fixed, annual payments and account for $28 million of the postretirement medical obligation at October 1, 2011. A healthcare cost trend is not required to determine this obligation. The remaining plan accounts for $16 million of the postretirement medical obligation at October 1, 2011. The plan covers retirees who do not yet qualify for Medicare and uses a healthcare cost trend of 6% in the current year. A one-percentage point change in assumed healthcare cost trend rate would have an immaterial impact on the postretirement benefit obligation and total service and interest cost.

Plan Assets

The fair value of plan assets for domestic pension benefit plans was $59 million as of October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010. The following table sets forth the actual and target asset allocation for pension plan assets:

 

       2011         2010        
 
Target Asset  
Allocation  
  
  

  Cash

     1.9%         0.3%         1.0%     

  Fixed income securities

     24.2         18.5         19.0     

  US Stock Funds

     41.4         44.6         45.0     

  International Stock Funds

     17.7         19.9         20.0     

  Real Estate

     4.7         5.0         5.0     

  Alternatives

     10.1         11.7         10.0     

  Total

     100.0%         100.0%         100.0%     

A foreign subsidiary pension plan had $15 million in plan assets at October 1, 2011 and October 2, 2010. All of this plan's assets are held in an insurance contract consistent with its target asset allocation.

The Plan Trustees have established a set of investment objectives related to the assets of the pension plans and regularly monitor the performance of the funds and portfolio managers. Objectives for the pension assets are (1) to provide growth of capital and income, (2) to achieve a target weighted average annual rate of return competitive with other funds with similar investment objectives and (3) to diversify to reduce risk. The investment objectives and target asset allocation were adopted in January 2004 and amended in November 2008. Alternative investments may include, but not limited to, hedge funds, private equity funds and fixed income funds.

The following table shows the categories of pension plan assets and the level under which fair values were determined in the fair value hierarchy, which is described in Note 12: Fair Value Measurements.

 

 

A reconciliation of the change in the fair value measurement of the defined benefit plans' consolidated assets using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) is as follows (in millions):

 

       Alternative funds         Insurance contract         Total   

  Balance at October 2, 2010

     $7         $15         $22   

  Actual return on plan assets:

        

  Assets still held at reporting date

     (1)         0         (1)   

  Assets sold during the period

     0         0         0   

  Purchases, sales and settlements, net

     0         0         0   

  Transfers in and/or out of Level 3

     0         0         0   

  Balance at October 1, 2011

     $6         $15         $21   

We believe there are no significant concentrations of risk within our plan assets as of October 1, 2011.

Contributions

Our policy is to fund at least the minimum contribution required to meet applicable federal employee benefit and local tax laws. In our sole discretion, we may from time to time fund additional amounts. Expected contributions to pension plans for fiscal 2012 are approximately $7 million. For fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, we funded $7 million, $4 million and $2 million, respectively, to defined benefit plans.

Estimated Future Benefit Payments

The following benefit payments are expected to be paid:

 

                      in millions    
     Pension Benefits      Other Postretirement    
      Qualified      Non-Qualified      Benefits    

  2012

     $8         $2         $7     

  2013

     7         2         4     

  2014

     7         2         4     

  2015

     7         3         4     

  2016

     6         3         4     

  2017-2021

     29         18         17     

The above benefit payments for other postretirement benefit plans are not expected to be offset by Medicare Part D subsidies in 2011 or thereafter.

Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Comprehensive Income (Loss)

NOTE 15: COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)

The components of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) are as follows:

 

              in millions  
       2011         2010   

  Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss):

     

  Unrealized net hedging gains (losses), net of taxes

     $(7)         $10   

  Unrealized net gain on investments, net of taxes

     1         9   

  Currency translation adjustment

     (35)         6   

  Postretirement benefits reserve adjustments

     (38)         (25)   

  Total accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)

     $(79)         $0   

The components of other comprehensive income (loss) are as follows:

 

                     in millions  
      Before Tax     Income Tax      After Tax  

  Fiscal 2011:

       

  Net hedging gain reclassified to earnings

     $(25)        $10         $(15)   

  Net hedging unrealized gain (loss)

     4        (6)         (2)   

  Unrealized loss on investments

     (12)        4         (8)   

  Currency translation adjustment

     (42)        1         (41)   

  Net change in postretirement liabilities

     (21)        8         (13)   

  Other comprehensive income (loss) – 2011

   $ (96   $ 17       $ (79

  Fiscal 2010:

       

  Net hedging loss reclassified to earnings

     $7        $(1)         $6   

  Net hedging unrealized gain

     7        (1)         6   

  Currency translation adjustment

     27        0         27   

  Net change in postretirement liabilities

     (6)        1         (5)   

  Other comprehensive income (loss) – 2010

     $35        $(1)         $34   

  Fiscal 2009:

       

  Net hedging loss reclassified to earnings

     $61        $(25)         $36   

  Net hedging unrealized loss

     (53)        23         (30)   

  Loss on investments reclassified to other income

     4        (1)         3   

  Unrealized gain on investments

     12        (5)         7   

  Currency translation adjustment gain reclassified to loss from discontinued operation

     (41)        0         (41)   

  Currency translation adjustment

     (43)        3         (40)   

  Net change in postretirement liabilities

     (11)        1         (10)   

Other comprehensive income (loss) – 2009

     $(71)        $(4)         $(75)   
Segment Reporting
Segment Reporting

NOTE 16: SEGMENT REPORTING

We operate in four segments: Chicken, Beef, Pork and Prepared Foods. We measure segment profit as operating income (loss).

Chicken: Chicken operations include breeding and raising chickens, as well as processing live chickens into fresh, frozen and value-added chicken products and logistics operations to move products through the supply chain. Products are marketed domestically to food retailers, foodservice distributors, restaurant operators, hotel chains and noncommercial foodservice establishments such as schools, healthcare facilities, the military and other food processors, as well as to international markets. It also includes sales from allied products and our chicken breeding stock subsidiary.

Beef: Beef operations include processing live fed cattle and fabricating dressed beef carcasses into primal and sub-primal meat cuts and case-ready products. This segment also includes sales from allied products such as hides and variety meats, as well as logistics operations to move products through the supply chain. Products are marketed domestically to food retailers, foodservice distributors, restaurant operators, hotel chains and noncommercial foodservice establishments such as schools, healthcare facilities, the military and other food processors, as well as to international markets. Allied products are marketed to manufacturers of pharmaceuticals and technical products.

Pork: Pork operations include processing live market hogs and fabricating pork carcasses into primal and sub-primal cuts and case-ready products. This segment also includes our live swine group, related allied product processing activities and logistics operations to move products through the supply chain. Products are marketed domestically to food retailers, foodservice distributors, restaurant operators, hotel chains and noncommercial foodservice establishments such as schools, healthcare facilities, the military and other food processors, as well as to international markets. We sell allied products to pharmaceutical and technical products manufacturers, as well as a limited number of live swine to pork processors.

Prepared Foods: Prepared Foods operations include manufacturing and marketing frozen and refrigerated food products and logistics operations to move products through the supply chain. Products include pepperoni, bacon, beef and pork pizza toppings, pizza crusts, flour and corn tortilla products, appetizers, prepared meals, ethnic foods, soups, sauces, side dishes, meat dishes and processed meats. Products are marketed domestically to food retailers, foodservice distributors, restaurant operators, hotel chains and noncommercial foodservice establishments such as schools, healthcare facilities, the military and other food processors, as well as to international markets.

The results from Dynamic Fuels are included in Other.

 

     in millions    
      Chicken      Beef      Pork      Prepared
Foods
     Other      Intersegment
Sales
     Consolidated    

  Fiscal year ended October 1, 2011

                    

  Sales

     $11,017         $13,549         $5,460         $3,215         $127         $(1,102)         $32,266     

  Operating Income (Loss)

     164         468         560         117         (24)            1,285     

  Total Other (Income) Expense

                       211     

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

                       1,074     

 before Income Taxes

                    

  Depreciation

     259         84         28         58         4            433     

  Total Assets

     5,412         2,610         960         943         1,146            11,071     

  Additions to property, plant and equipment

     464         88         27         58         6                  643     

  Fiscal year ended October 2, 2010

                    

  Sales

     $10,062         $11,707         $4,552         $2,999         $0         $(890)         $28,430     

  Operating Income (Loss)

     519         542         381         124         (10)            1,556     

  Total Other (Income) Expense

                       353     

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

                       1,203     

  Depreciation

     251         82         27         56         0            416     

  Total Assets

     5,031         2,468         845         940         1,468            10,752     

  Additions to property, plant and equipment

     320         61         27         42         100                  550     

  Fiscal year ended October 3, 2009

                    

  Sales

     $9,660         $10,937         $3,875         $2,836         $0         $(604)         $26,704     

  Operating Income (Loss)

     (157)         (346)         160         133         (5)            (215)     

  Total Other (Income) Expense

                       328     

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

                       (543)     

  Depreciation

     252         103         36         54         0            445     

  Total Assets

     4,927         2,277         840         905         1,646            10,595   

  Additions to property, plant and equipment

     174         39         18         58         79                  368     

We allocate expenses related to corporate activities to the segments, while the related assets and additions to property, plant and equipment remain in Other.

The Pork segment had sales of $816 million, $718 million and $449 million for fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively, from transactions with other operating segments. The Beef segment had sales of $286 million, $172 million and $155 million for fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively, from transactions with other operating segments.

Our largest customer, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., accounted for 13.3%, 13.4% and 13.8% of consolidated sales in fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively. Sales to Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. were included in the Chicken, Beef, Pork and Prepared Foods segments. Any extended discontinuance of sales to this customer could, if not replaced, have a material impact on our operations.

The majority of our operations are domiciled in the United States. Approximately 96%, 96% and 97% of sales to external customers for fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively, were sourced from the United States. Approximately $5.8 billion and $5.6 billion, respectively, of long-lived assets were located in the United States at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010. Approximately $539 million and $511 million of long-lived assets were located in foreign countries, primarily Brazil, China, Mexico and India, at fiscal years ended 2011 and 2010, respectively.

We sell certain products in foreign markets, primarily Canada, Central America, China, the European Union, Japan, Mexico, the Middle East, Russia, South Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam. Our export sales from the United States totaled $4.1 billion, $3.2 billion and $2.7 billion for fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively. Substantially all of our export sales are facilitated through unaffiliated brokers, marketing associations and foreign sales staffs. Sales of products produced in a country other than the United States were less than 10% of consolidated sales for each of fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009. Approximately $57 million of income, $11 million of loss and $14 million of loss from continuing operations before income taxes for fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009, respectively, was from operations based in a country other than the United States, all of which was included in the Chicken segment.

Supplemental Cash Flow Information
Supplemental Cash Flow Information

NOTE 17: SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION

The following table summarizes cash payments for interest and income taxes:

 

                      in millions    
            2011            2010      2009    

  Interest

     $192         $302         $333     

  Income taxes, net of refunds

     311         470         35     
Commitments And Contingencies
Commitments And Contingencies

NOTE 19: COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Commitments

We lease equipment, properties and certain farms for which total rentals approximated $183 million, $188 million and $175 million, respectively, in fiscal 2011, 2010 and 2009. Most leases have initial terms up to seven years, some with varying renewal periods. The most significant obligations assumed under the terms of the leases are the upkeep of the facilities and payments of insurance and property taxes.

Minimum lease commitments under non-cancelable leases at October 1, 2011, were:

 

      in millions  

  2012

     $95   

  2013

     63   

  2014

     39   

  2015

     19   

  2016

     12   

  2017 and beyond

     54   

  Total

     $282   

We guarantee obligations of certain outside third parties, which consists of a lease and grower loans, all of which are substantially collateralized by the underlying assets. Terms of the underlying debt cover periods up to ten years, and the maximum potential amount of future payments as of October 1, 2011, was $76 million. We also maintain operating leases for various types of equipment, some of which contain residual value guarantees for the market value of the underlying leased assets at the end of the term of the lease. The remaining terms of the lease maturities cover periods over the next seven years. The maximum potential amount of the residual value guarantees is $50 million, of which $43 million would be recoverable through various recourse provisions and an additional undeterminable recoverable amount based on the fair value of the underlying leased assets. The likelihood of material payments under these guarantees is not considered probable. At October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, no material liabilities for guarantees were recorded.

We have cash flow assistance programs in which certain livestock suppliers participate. Under these programs, we pay an amount for livestock equivalent to a standard cost to grow such livestock during periods of low market sales prices. The amounts of such payments that are in excess of the market sales price are recorded as receivables and accrue interest. Participating suppliers are obligated to repay these receivables balances when market sales prices exceed this standard cost, or upon termination of the agreement. Our maximum obligation associated with these programs is limited to the fair value of each participating livestock supplier's net tangible assets. The potential maximum obligation as of October 1, 2011, was approximately $220 million. The total receivables under these programs were $28 million and $51 million at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, respectively, and are included, net of allowance for uncollectible amounts, in Other Assets in our Consolidated Balance Sheets. Even though these programs are limited to the net tangible assets of the participating livestock suppliers, we also manage a portion of our credit risk associated with these programs by obtaining security interests in livestock suppliers' assets. After analyzing residual credit risks and general market conditions, we have recorded an allowance for these programs' estimated uncollectible receivables of $10 million and $15 million at October 1, 2011, and October 2, 2010, respectively.

 

Additionally, we enter into future purchase commitments for various items, such as grains, livestock contracts and fixed grower fees. At October 1, 2011, these commitments totaled:

 

      in millions  

  2012

     $886   

  2013

     63   

  2014

     18   

  2015

     16   

  2016

     15   

  2017 and beyond

     61   

  Total

     $1,059   

Contingencies

We are involved in various claims and legal proceedings. We routinely assess the likelihood of adverse judgments or outcomes to those matters, as well as ranges of probable losses, to the extent losses are reasonably estimable. We record accruals for such matters to the extent that we conclude a loss is probable and the financial impact, should an adverse outcome occur, is reasonably estimable. Such accruals are reflected in the Company's Consolidated Financial Statements. In our opinion, we have made appropriate and adequate accruals for these matters and believe the probability of a material loss beyond the amounts accrued to be remote; however, the ultimate liability for these matters is uncertain, and if accruals are not adequate, an adverse outcome could have a material effect on the consolidated financial condition or results of operations. Listed below are certain claims made against the Company and/or our subsidiaries for which the potential exposure is considered material to the Company's Consolidated Financial Statements. We believe we have substantial defenses to the claims made and intend to vigorously defend these matters.

Several private lawsuits are pending against us alleging that we failed to compensate poultry plant employees for all hours worked, including overtime compensation, in violation of the Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA). These lawsuits include DeAsencio v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (DeAsencio), filed on August 22, 2000, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. This matter involves similar allegations that employees should be paid for the time it takes to engage in pre- and post-shift activities such as changing into and out of protective and sanitary clothing, obtaining clothing and walking to and from the changing area, work areas and break areas. They seek back wages, liquidated damages, pre- and post-judgment interest, and attorneys' fees. Plaintiffs appealed a jury verdict and final judgment entered in our favor on June 22, 2006, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. On September 7, 2007, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit reversed the jury verdict and remanded the case to the District Court for further proceedings. We sought rehearing en banc, which was denied by the Court of Appeals on October 5, 2007. The United States Supreme Court denied our petition for a writ of certiorari on June 9, 2008. The new trial date has not been set.

The other private lawsuits referred to above are Sheila Ackles, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (N. Dist. Alabama, October 23, 2006); McCluster, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (M. Dist. Georgia, December 11, 2006); Dobbins, et al. v. Tyson Chicken, Inc., et al. (N.D. Alabama, December 21, 2006); Buchanan, et al. v. Tyson Chicken, Inc., et al. and Potter, et al. v. Tyson Chicken, Inc., et al. (N.D. Alabama, December 22, 2006); Jones, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., et al., Walton, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., et al. and Williams, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., et al. (S.D. Mississippi, February 9, 2007); Balch, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (E.D. Oklahoma, March 1, 2007); Adams, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (W.D. Arkansas, March 2, 2007); Atkins, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (M.D. Georgia, March 5, 2007); Laney, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. and Williams, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (M.D. Georgia, May 23, 2007) (the Williams Case). Similar to DeAsencio, each of these matters involves allegations that employees should be paid for the time it takes to engage in pre- and post-shift activities such as changing into and out of protective and sanitary clothing, obtaining clothing and walking to and from the changing area, work areas and break areas. The plaintiffs in each of these lawsuits seek or have sought to act as class representatives on behalf of all current and former employees who were allegedly not paid for time worked and seek back wages, liquidated damages, pre- and post-judgment interest, and attorneys' fees. On April 6, 2007, we filed a motion for transfer of the above named actions for coordinated pretrial proceedings before the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation, which was granted on August 17, 2007. These cases and five other cases subsequently filed involving the same allegations (i.e., Armstrong, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (W.D. Tennessee, January 30, 2008); Maldonado, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (E.D. Tennessee, January 31, 2008); White, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (E.D. Texas, February 1, 2008); Meyer, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (W.D. Missouri, February 2, 2008); and Leak, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. (W.D. North Carolina, February 6, 2008)), were transferred to the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Georgia, In re: Tyson Foods, Inc., Fair Labor Standards Act Litigation (MDL Proceedings). On September 2, 2011, the parties executed a settlement agreement and filed a joint motion with the court seeking its approval of the settlement. The court approved the settlement on September 15, 2011, and Tyson will pay at least $12.25 million but no more than $17.5 million in back pay and damages to eligible class members. The settlement agreement provides a process for identifying and certifying eligible class members, which includes a 75-day notice period for certain class members to become eligible for payment under the settlement. In addition, the settlement agreement provides that plaintiffs' attorneys must file an application for fees with the court but that no more than $14.5 million in attorneys' fees and costs will be paid. Plaintiffs' attorneys filed their fee application on October 11, 2011.

 

We have pending twelve separate wage and hour actions involving Tyson Fresh Meats Inc.'s plants located in Lexington, Nebraska (Lopez, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., D. Nebraska, June 30, 2006), Garden City and Emporia, Kansas (Garcia, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., D. Kansas, May 15, 2006), Storm Lake, Iowa (Bouaphakeo (f/k/a Sharp), et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., N.D. Iowa, February 6, 2007), Columbus Junction, Iowa (Guyton (f/k/a Robinson), et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., d.b.a Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., S.D. Iowa, September 12, 2007), Joslin, Illinois (Murray, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., C.D. Illinois, January 2, 2008; and DeVoss v. Tyson Foods, Inc. d.b.a. Tyson Fresh Meats, C.D. Illinois, March 2, 2011), Dakota City, Nebraska (Gomez, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., D. Nebraska, January 16, 2008), Madison, Nebraska (Acosta, et al. v Tyson Foods, Inc. d.b.a Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., D. Nebraska, February 29, 2008), Perry and Waterloo, Iowa (Edwards, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. d.b.a Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., S.D. Iowa, March 20, 2008); Council Bluffs, Iowa (Maxwell (f/k/a Salazar), et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. d.b.a. Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., S.D. Iowa, April 29, 2008); Logansport, Indiana (Carter, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc. and Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., N.D. Indiana, April 29, 2008); and Goodlettsville, Tennessee (Abadeer v. Tyson Foods, Inc., and Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., M.D. Tennessee, February 6, 2009). The actions allege we failed to pay employees for all hours worked, including overtime compensation for the time it takes to change into protective work uniforms, safety equipment and other sanitary and protective clothing worn by employees, and for walking to and from the changing area, work areas and break areas in violation of the FLSA and analogous state laws. The plaintiffs seek back wages, liquidated damages, pre- and post-judgment interest, attorneys' fees and costs. Each case is proceeding in its jurisdiction.

 

  After a trial in the Garcia case, a jury verdict in favor of the plaintiffs was entered on March 17, 2011, with respect to the Garden City, Kansas facility. Exclusive of pre- and post-judgment interest, attorneys' fees and costs, the jury found violations of federal and state laws for pre- and post-shift work activities and awarded damages in the amount of $503,011, respectively. Plaintiffs' counsel has filed an application for attorneys' fees and expenses in the amount of $3,475,422. We contested the application and are currently evaluating our appeal options.
  A jury trial was held in the Lopez case, which involved the Lexington, NE beef plant, and resulted in a jury verdict in favor of Tyson. Judgment was entered and the complaint was dismissed with prejudice, on May 26, 2011. Plaintiffs filed an appeal with the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals on June 16, 2011.
  A jury trial was held in the Bouaphakeo case, which involved the Storm Lake, Iowa pork plant and resulted in a jury verdict in favor of the plaintiffs on September 26, 2011. Exclusive of pre- and post-judgment interest, attorneys' fees and costs, the jury found violations of federal and state laws for pre- and post-shift work activities and awarded damages in the amount of $2,892,379. On October 24, 2011, we renewed our motion for judgment as a matter of law due to a failure of class-wide proof and, in the alternative, for a new trial on damages.
  The Guyton, Gomez and Acosta cases are scheduled for trials on April 9, 2012, October 15, 2012, and November 13, 2012, respectively.

We have pending one wage and hour action involving our Tyson Prepared Foods plant located in Jefferson, Wisconsin (Weissman, et al. v. Tyson Prepared Foods, Inc., Jefferson County (Wisconsin) Circuit Court, October 20, 2010). The plaintiffs allege that employees should be paid for the time it takes to engage in pre- and post-shift activities such as changing into and out of protective and sanitary clothing and the associated time it takes to walk to and from their workstations post-donning and pre-doffing of protective and sanitary clothing. Six named plaintiffs seek to act as state law class representatives on behalf of all current and former employees who were allegedly not paid for time worked and seek back wages, liquidated damages, pre- and post-judgment interest, and attorneys' fees and costs. On May 16, 2011, Plaintiffs filed a motion to certify a state law class of all hourly employees who have worked at the Jefferson plant from October 20, 2008, to the present. We have filed motions for summary judgment seeking dismissal of the claims, or, in the alternative, to limit the claims made for non-compensable clothes changing activities.

On June 19, 2005, the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Environment of the State of Oklahoma filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma against us, three of our subsidiaries and six other poultry integrators. This complaint was subsequently amended. As amended, the complaint asserts a number of state and federal causes of action including, but not limited to, counts under Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and state-law public nuisance theories. The amended complaint asserts that defendants and certain contract growers who are not named in the amended complaint polluted the surface waters, groundwater and associated drinking water supplies of the Illinois River Watershed (IRW) through the land application of poultry litter. Oklahoma asserts that this alleged pollution has also caused extensive injury to the environment (including soils and sediments) of the IRW and that the defendants have been unjustly enriched. Oklahoma's claims cover the entire IRW, which encompasses more than one million acres of land and the natural resources (including lakes and waterways) contained therein. Oklahoma seeks wide-ranging relief, including injunctive relief, compensatory damages in excess of $800 million, an unspecified amount in punitive damages and attorneys' fees.

 

We and the other defendants have denied liability, asserted various defenses, and filed a third-party complaint that asserts claims against other persons and entities whose activities may have contributed to the pollution alleged in the amended complaint. The district court has stayed proceedings on the third party complaint pending resolution of Oklahoma's claims against the defendants. On October 31, 2008, the defendants filed a motion to dismiss for failure to join the Cherokee Nation as a required party or, in the alternative, for judgment as a matter of law based on the plaintiffs' lack of standing. This motion was granted in part and denied in part on July 22, 2009. In its ruling, the district court dismissed Oklahoma's claims for cost recovery and for natural resources damages under CERCLA and for unjust enrichment under Oklahoma common law. This ruling also narrowed the scope of Oklahoma's remaining claims by dismissing all damage claims under its causes of action for Oklahoma common law nuisance, federal common law nuisance, and Oklahoma common law trespass, leaving only its claims for injunctive relief for trial. On August 18, 2009, the Court granted partial summary judgment in favor of the defendants on Oklahoma's claims for violations of the Oklahoma Registered Poultry Feeding Operations Act. Oklahoma later voluntarily dismissed the remainder of this claim. On September 2, 2009, the Cherokee Nation filed a motion to intervene in the lawsuit. Its motion to intervene was denied on September 15, 2009, and the Cherokee Nation filed a notice of appeal of that ruling in the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals on September 17, 2009. A non-jury trial of the case began on September 24, 2009. At the close of Oklahoma's case-in-chief, the Court granted the defendants' motions to dismiss claims based on RCRA, nuisance per se, and health risks related to bacteria. The defense rested its case on January 13, 2010, and closing arguments were held on February 11, 2010. On September 21, 2010, the Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's denial of the Cherokee Nation's motion to intervene. On October 6, 2010 the Cherokee Nation and the State of Oklahoma filed a petition for rehearing or en banc review seeking reconsideration of this ruling. The Court of Appeals denied this petition.

On May 8, 2008, a lawsuit was filed against the Company and two of our employees in the District Court of McCurtain County, Oklahoma styled Armstrong, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., et al. (the Armstrong Case). The lawsuit was brought by a group of 52 poultry growers who allege that certain of our live production practices in Oklahoma constitute fraudulent inducement, fraud, unjust enrichment, negligence, gross negligence, unconscionability, violations of the Oklahoma Business Sales Act, Deceptive Trade Practice violations, violations of the Consumer Protection Act, and conversion, as well as other theories of recovery. The plaintiffs sought damages in an unspecified amount. On October 30, 2009, 20 additional growers represented by the same attorney filed a lawsuit against us in the same court asserting the same or similar claims, which is styled Clardy, et al. v. Tyson Foods, Inc., et al. (the Clardy Case). In both of these cases we have denied all allegations of wrongdoing. In June 2009, the plaintiffs in the Armstrong case requested an expedited trial date for a smaller group of plaintiffs they claimed were facing imminent financial peril. The Court ultimately severed a group of 10 plaintiffs from the Armstrong Case, and a trial began on March 15, 2010. There were numerous irregularities and rulings during the trial which we believe to have been legally erroneous and highly prejudicial to our right to a fair trial. On April 1, 2010, the jury returned a verdict against us and one of our employees, and on April 2, 2010, the jury returned a punitive damages verdict against us. After a dispute caused by inconsistencies between the multiple verdict forms completed by the jury and apparent confusion by the jury as to how to complete those verdict forms, the Court entered a final judgment in the amount of $8,655,735. Subsequent to the trial, the presiding judge disqualified from the cases and the Oklahoma Supreme Court appointed a new judge to the cases. The Company filed post-trial motions challenging the verdict. Those motions were denied. The Company has appealed the verdict to the Oklahoma Supreme Court. We filed a motion with the trial court to change venue from McCurtain County on the grounds that the numerous irregularities that occurred during the trial, coupled with the attendant publicity, resulted in community bias which would prevent the Company from receiving a fair trial in McCurtain County. The trial court granted this motion and the case will be transferred to Choctaw County, Oklahoma. We filed another motion, which the trial court also granted, to stay all future trials of the claims of the plaintiffs in the Armstrong Case and the Clardy Case pending the outcome of the appeal of the first trial. We also filed a motion to sever all of the plaintiffs' claims into individual cases, which was heard on January 25, 2010. This motion was denied, but the Court took under advisement the sizes and groupings of plaintiffs in future trials. We believe numerous and substantial legal errors were made by the Court during the trial and that a review of and guidance on these issues by the appellate court could have a substantial impact on the outcome of future trials in the Armstrong Case and the Clardy Case.

Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited)
Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited)

NOTE 20: QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED)

 

              in millions, except per share data    
      

 

First

Quarter

  

 

    

 

Second

Quarter

  

 

    

 

Third

Quarter

  

 

    

 

Fourth  

Quarter  

  

 

  2011

           

  Sales

     $7,615         $8,000         $8,247         $8,404     

  Gross profit

     744         533         531         391     

  Operating income

     498         303         312         172     

  Net income

     294         156         188         95     

  Net income attributable to Tyson

     298         159         196         97     

  Net income per share attributable to Tyson:

           

  Class A Basic

     $0.81         $0.43         $0.53         $0.27     

  Class B Basic

     $0.73         $0.39         $0.48         $0.24     

  Diluted

     $0.78         $0.42         $0.51         $0.26     

  2010

           

  Sales

     $6,635         $6,916         $7,438         $7,441     

  Gross profit

     529         564         752         669     

  Operating income

     314         344         507         391     

  Net income

     159         156         242         208     

  Net income attributable to Tyson

     160         159         248         213     

  Net income per share attributable to Tyson:

           

  Class A Basic

     $0.44         $0.43         $0.68         $0.58     

  Class B Basic

     $0.39         $0.39         $0.61         $0.52     

  Diluted

     $0.42         $0.42         $0.65         $0.57     

First quarter fiscal 2011 net income included $11 million gain related to a sale of interests in an equity method investment. Third quarter fiscal 2011 net income included $21 million reduction to income tax expense related to a reversal of reserves for foreign uncertain tax positions.

Second quarter fiscal 2010 net income included $24 million of pretax charges related to losses on notes repurchased during the quarter. Third quarter fiscal 2010 operating income included $38 million of insurance proceeds received during the quarter and net income included $34 million of pretax charges related to losses on notes repurchased during the quarter and a $12 million charge related to an equity method investment impairment. Fourth quarter fiscal 2010 operating income included a $29 million non-cash charge related to the full impairment of an immaterial Chicken segment reporting unit's goodwill.

Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements
Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements

NOTE 21: CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc. (TFM Parent), our wholly-owned subsidiary, has fully and unconditionally guaranteed the 2016 Notes. TFM Parent and substantially all of our wholly-owned domestic subsidiaries have fully and unconditionally guaranteed the 2014 Notes. The following financial information presents condensed consolidating financial statements, which include Tyson Foods, Inc. (TFI Parent); TFM Parent; the other 2014 Notes' guarantor subsidiaries (Guarantors) on a combined basis; the elimination entries necessary to reflect TFM Parent and the Guarantors, which collectively represent the 2014 Notes' total guarantor subsidiaries (2014 Guarantors), on a combined basis; the 2014 Notes' non-guarantor subsidiaries (Non-Guarantors) on a combined basis; the elimination entries necessary to consolidate TFI Parent, the 2014 Guarantors and the Non-Guarantors; and Tyson Foods, Inc. on a consolidated basis, and is provided as an alternative to providing separate financial statements for the guarantor(s).

 

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Income for the year ended October 1, 2011

 

     in millions   
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Sales

     $157             $18,636             $13,159             $(1,227)             $30,568             $1,542             $(1)             $32,266   

  Cost of Sales

     29         17,461         12,364         (1,226)         28,599         1,440         (1)         30,067   

  Gross Profit (Loss)

     128         1,175         795         (1)         1,969         102         0         2,199   

  Operating Expenses:

                       

  Selling, general and administrative

     52         215         561         (1)         775         87         0         914   

  Goodwill impairment

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Other charges

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Operating Income

     76         960         234         0         1,194         15         0         1,285   
                       

  Other (Income) Expense:

                       

  Interest expense, net

     (26)         148         117         0         265         (8)         0         231   

  Other, net

     (9)         0         (12)         0         (12)         1         0         (20)   

  Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries

     (673)         (115)         (59)         102         (72)         (13)         758         0   

  Total Other (Income) Expense

     (708)         33         46         102         181         (20)         758         211   
                       

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before

      Income Taxes

     784         927         188         (102)         1,013         35         (758)         1,074   

  Income Tax Expense (Benefit)

     34         272         38         0         310         (3)         0         341   

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

     750         655         150         (102)         703         38         (758)         733   

  Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Net Income (Loss)

     750         655         150         (102)         703         38         (758)         733   

  Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling

  Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         (17)         0         (17)   

  Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson

     $750         $655         $150         $(102)         $703         $55         $(758)         $750   

 

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Income for the year ended October 2, 2010

 

     in millions   
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Sales

     $454         $15,950         $12,248         $(966)         $27,232         $1,167         $(423)         $28,430   

  Cost of Sales

     16         14,867         11,343         (966)         25,244         1,079         (423)         25,916   

  Gross Profit

     438         1,083         905         0         1,988         88         0         2,514   

  Operating Expenses:

                       

  Selling, general and administrative

     93         199         550         0         749         87         0         929   

  Goodwill impairment

     0         0         0         0         0         29         0         29   

  Other charges

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Operating Income (Loss)

     345         884         355         0         1,239         (28)         0         1,556   
                       

  Other (Income) Expense:

                       

  Interest expense, net

     328         2         17         0         19         (14)         0         333   

  Other, net

     25         1         (7)         0         (6)         1         0         20   

  Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries

     (782)         (51)         25         37         11         (14)         785         0   

  Total Other (Income) Expense

     (429)         (48)         35         37         24         (27)         785         353   
                       

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before

      Income Taxes

     774         932         320         (37)         1,215         (1)         (785)         1,203   

  Income Tax Expense (Benefit)

     (6)         304         116         0         420         24         0         438   

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

     780         628         204         (37)         795         (25)         (785)         765   

  Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Net Income (Loss)

     780         628         204         (37)         795         (25)         (785)         765   

  Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling

  Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         (15)         0         (15)   

  Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson

     $780         $628         $204         $(37)         $795         $(10)         $(785)         $780   

 

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Income for the year ended October 3, 2009

 

     in millions   
          2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Sales

     $11             $14,504             $12,245             $(725)             $26,024             $709             $(40)             $26,704   

  Cost of Sales

     132         13,970         11,526         (725)         24,771         638         (40)         25,501   

  Gross Profit (Loss)

     (121)         534         719         0         1,253         71         0         1,203   

  Operating Expenses:

                       

  Selling, general and administrative

     132         187         450         0         637         72         0         841   

  Goodwill impairment

     0         560         0         0         560         0         0         560   

  Other charges

     0         0         17         0         17         0         0         17   

  Operating Income (Loss)

     (253)         (213)         252         0         39         (1)         0         (215)   
                       

  Other (Income) Expense:

                       

  Interest expense, net

     285         13         20         0         33         (8)         0         310   

  Other, net

     11         (3)         (6)         0         (9)         16         0         18   

  Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries

     157         (32)         44         13         25         (17)         (165)         0   

  Total Other (Income) Expense

     453         (22)         58         13         49         (9)         (165)         328   
                       

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before

      Income Taxes

     (706)         (191)         194         (13)         (10)         8         165         (543)   

  Income Tax Expense (Benefit)

     (138)         111         34         0         145         0         0         7   

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

     (568)         (302)         160         (13)         (155)         8         165         (550)   

  Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation, net of tax

     21         5         0         0         5         (27)         0         (1)   

  Net Income (Loss)

     (547)         (297)         160         (13)         (150)         (19)         165         (551)   

  Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling

  Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         (4)         0         (4)   

  Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson

     $(547)             $(297)             $160             $(13)             $(150)             $(15)             $165             $(547)   

 

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet as of October 1, 2011

 

     in millions   
          2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-

antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Assets

                       

  Current Assets:

                       

  Cash and cash equivalents

     $1         $1         $414         $0         $415         $300         $0         $716   

  Accounts receivable, net

     1         506         656         0         1,162         157         1         1,321   

  Inventories

     2         926         1,440         0         2,366         219         0         2,587   

  Other current assets

     62         95         102         (133)         64         54         (24)         156   

  Total Current Assets

     66         1,528         2,612         (133)         4,007         730         (23)         4,780   

  Net Property, Plant and Equipment

     37         875         2,369         0         3,244         542         0         3,823   

  Goodwill

     0         881         966         0         1,847         45         0         1,892   

  Intangible Assets

     0         31         49         0         80         69         0         149   

  Other Assets

     2,179         180         147         (15)         312         296         (2,360)         427   

  Investment in Subsidiaries

     11,396         1,923         769         (1,760)         932         319         (12,647)         0   

  Total Assets

     $13,678         $5,418         $6,912         $(1,908)         $10,422         $2,001         $(15,030)         $11,071   

  Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

                       

  Current Liabilities:

                       

  Current debt

     $2         $0         $0         $0         $0         $68         $0         $70   

  Accounts payable

     8         525         648         0         1,173         83         0         1,264   

  Other current liabilities

     5,808         144         442         (133)         453         474         (5,695)         1,040   

  Total Current Liabilities

     5,818         669         1,090         (133)         1,626         625         (5,695)         2,374   

  Long-Term Debt

     1,972         1,198         916         0         2,114         269         (2,243)         2,112   

  Deferred Income Taxes

     0         120         310         (15)         415         9         0         424   

  Other Liabilities

     231         142         191         0         333         29         (117)         476   

  Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   
                       

  Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity

     5,657         3,289         4,405         (1,760)         5,934         1,041         (6,975)         5,657   

  Noncontrolling Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         28         0         28   

  Total Shareholders' Equity

     5,657         3,289         4,405         (1,760)         5,934         1,069         (6,975)         5,685   

  Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

     $13,678         $5,418         $6,912         ($1,908)         $10,422         $2,001         ($15,030)         $11,071   

 

  Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet as of October 2, 2010              in millions  
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI  
Parent  
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-

antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Assets

                       

  Current Assets:

                       

  Cash and cash equivalents

     $2           $2         $731         $0         $733         $243         $0         $978   

  Accounts receivable, net

     0           2,389         4,670         0         7,059         132         (5,993)         1,198   

  Inventories

     0           734         1,361         0         2,095         179         0         2,274   

  Other current assets

     43           49         27         (9)         67         95         (37)         168   

  Total Current Assets

     45           3,174         6,789         (9)         9,954         649         (6,030)         4,618   

  Net Property, Plant and Equipment

     39           870         2,257         0         3,127         508         0         3,674   

  Goodwill

     0           880         967         0         1,847         46         0         1,893   

  Intangible Assets

     0           37         53         0         90         76         0         166   

  Other Assets

     2,804           101         61         0         162         295         (2,860)         401   

  Investment in Subsidiaries

     10,776           1,785         631         (1,607)         809         307         (11,892)         0   

  Total Assets

     $13,664           $6,847         $10,758         $(1,616)         $15,989         $1,881         $(20,782)         $10,752   

  Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

                       

  Current Liabilities:

                       

Current debt

     $317           $0         $0         $0         $0         $84         $0         $401   

Accounts payable

     16           421         608         0         1,029         65         0         1,110   

Other current liabilities

     6,044           168         335         (9)         494         526         (6,030)         1,034   

  Total Current Liabilities

     6,377           589         943         (9)         1,523         675         (6,030)         2,545   

  Long-Term Debt

     2,011           1,638         1,228         0         2,866         118         (2,860)         2,135   

  Deferred Income Taxes

     0           105         204         0         309         12         0         321   

  Other Liabilities

     110           148         179         0         327         49         0         486   

  Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest

     0           0         0         0         0         64         0         64   
                       

  Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity

     5,166           4,367         8,204         (1,607)         10,964         928         (11,892)         5,166   

  Noncontrolling Interest

     0           0         0         0         0         35         0         35   

  Total Shareholders' Equity

     5,166           4,367         8,204         (1,607)         10,964         963         (11,892)         5,201   

  Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

     $13,664           $6,847         $10,758         $(1,616)         $15,989         $1,881         $(20,782)         $10,752   

 

  Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended October 1, 2011              in millions  
            2014 Guarantors                       
     

TFI  

Parent  

     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities

     $31           $564         $468         $0         $1,032         $3         $(20)         $1,046   

  Cash Flows From Investing Activities:

                       

  Additions to property, plant and equipment

     (1)           (107)         (443)         0         (550)         (92)         0         (643)   

  Purchases of marketable securities, net

     0           (57)         (21)         0         (78)         (2)         0         (80)   

  Proceeds from notes receivable

     0           0         0         0         0         51         0         51   

  Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation

     0           0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Change in restricted cash-investing

     0           0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Acquisitions, net of cash acquired

     0           0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Other, net

     23           0         8         0         8         (3)         0         28   

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Investing Activities

     22           (164)         (456)         0         (620)         (46)         0         (644)   

  Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

                       

  Net change in debt

     (391)           (6)         0         0         (6)         12         0         (385)   

  Debt issuance costs

     (9)           0         0         0         0         0         0         (9)   

  Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest

     0           0         0         0         0         (66)         0         (66)   

  Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock

     (207)           0         0         0         0         0         0         (207)   

  Dividends

     (59)           0         0         0         0         (20)         20         (59)   

  Change in restricted cash-financing

     0           0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Other, net

     58           0         0         0         0         10         0         68   

  Net change in intercompany balances

     554           (395)         (329)         0         (724)         170         0         0   

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities

     (54)           (401)         (329)         0         (730)         106         20         (658)   

  Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash

     0           0         0         0         0         (6)         0         (6)   

  Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents

     (1)           (1)         (317)         0         (318)         57         0         (262)   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year

     2           2         731         0         733         243         0         978   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year

     $1           $1         $414         $0         $415         $300         $0         $716   

 

  Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended October 2, 2010              in millions  
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-

antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Cash Provided by Operating Activities

     $386         $499         $462         $0         $961         $85         $0         $1,432   

  Cash Flows From Investing Activities:

                       

Additions to property, plant and equipment

     (3)         (85)         (323)         0         (408)         (139)         0         (550)   

Purchases of marketable securities, net

     0         0         0         0         0         (4)         0         (4)   

Proceeds from notes receivable

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Change in restricted cash-investing

     0         0         0         0         0         43         0         43   

Acquisitions, net of cash acquired

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Other, net

     (1)         (1)         15         0         14         (2)         0         11   

  Cash Used for Investing Activities

     (4)         (86)         (308)         0         (394)         (102)         0         (500)   

  Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

                       

Net change in debt

     (874)         (149)         0         0         (149)         (11)         0         (1,034)   

Debt issuance costs

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock

     (48)         0         0         0         0         0         0         (48)   

Dividends

     (59)         0         0         0         0         0         0         (59)   

Change in restricted cash-financing

     0         0         140         0         140         0         0         140   

Other, net

     32         0         0         0         0         10         0         42   

Net change in intercompany balances

     569         (262)         (351)         0         (613)         44         0         0   

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities

     (380)         (411)         (211)         0         (622)         43         0         (959)   

  Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash

     0         0         0         0         0         1         0         1   

  Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents

     2         2         (57)         0         (55)         27         0         (26)   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year

     0         0         788         0         788         216         0         1,004   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year

     $2         $2         $731         $0         $733         $243         $0         $978   

 

  Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended October 3, 2009              in millions  
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities

     $(617)         $507         $982         $0         $1,489         $113         $(25)         $960   

  Cash Flows From Investing Activities:

                       

Additions to property, plant and equipment

     0         (56)         (211)         0         (267)         (101)         0         (368)   

Proceeds from sale of marketable securities, net

     0         0         0         0         0         19         0         19   

Proceeds from notes receivable

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation

     0         0         0         0         0         75         0         75   

Change in restricted cash-investing

     0         0         0         0         0         (43)         0         (43)   

Acquisitions, net of cash acquired

     0         0         (13)         0         (13)         (80)         0         (93)   

Other, net

     (37)         1         12         0         13         7         0         (17)   

  Cash Used for Investing Activities

     (37)         (55)         (212)         0         (267)         (123)         0         (427)   

  Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

                       

Net change in debt

     545         (94)         0         0         (94)         36         0         487   

Debt issuance costs

     (58)         0         0         0         0         (1)         0         (59)   

Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock

     (19)         0         0         0         0         0         0         (19)   

Dividends

     (60)         0         0         0         0         (25)         25         (60)   

Change in restricted cash-financing

     0         0         (140)         0         (140)         0         0         (140)   

Other, net

     0         0         0         0         0         6         0         6   

Net change in intercompany balances

     106         (358)         123         0         (235)         129         0         0   

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities

     514         (452)         (17)         0         (469)         145         25         215   

  Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash

     0         0         0         0         0         6         0         6   

  Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents

     (140)         0         753         0         753         141         0         754   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year

     140         0         35         0         35         75         0         250   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year

     $0         $0         $788         $0         $788         $216         $0         $1,004   
Valuation And Qualifying Accounts
Valuation And Qualifying Accounts

FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULE

TYSON FOODS, INC.

SCHEDULE II

VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS

Three Years Ended October 1, 2011

 

                      in millions    
            Additions                  
     Balance at  
Beginning  
of Period  
    Charged to  
Costs and  
Expenses  
    Charged to  
Other Accounts  
    (Deductions)       Balance at End  
of Period  
 

    Allowance for Doubtful Accounts:

         

   2011

    $32          $3          $0          $(4)          $31     

   2010

    33          0          0          (1)          32     

   2009

    12          22          0          (1)          33     

  Inventory Lower of Cost or Market Allowance:

         

   2011

    $2          $12          $0          $(8)          $6     

   2010

    22          7          0          (27)          2     

   2009

    13          57          0          (48)          22     
Business And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Policy)

Fiscal Year: We utilize a 52- or 53-week accounting period ending on the Saturday closest to September 30. The Company's accounting cycle resulted in a 52-week year for fiscal years 2011 and 2010 and a 53-week year for fiscal year 2009.

Discontinued Operation: On March 13, 2009, we completed the sale of the beef processing, cattle feed yard and fertilizer assets of three of our Alberta, Canada subsidiaries (collectively, Lakeside), which were part of our Beef segment, and related inventories. The financial statements report Lakeside as a discontinued operation. See Note 3: Acquisitions and Discontinued Operation in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for further information.

Inventories: Processed products, livestock and supplies and other are valued at the lower of cost or market. Cost includes purchased raw materials, live purchase costs, growout costs (primarily feed, contract grower pay and catch and haul costs), labor and manufacturing and production overhead, which are related to the purchase and production of inventories.

 

                 
                  in millions    
       2011         2010     

  Processed products:

                 

        Weighted-average method – chicken and prepared foods

     $715         $721     

        First-in, first-out method – beef and pork

     581         462     

  Livestock – first-in, first-out method

     928         759     

  Supplies and other – weighted-average method

     363         332     

  Total inventory

     $2,587         $2,274

Accrued Self Insurance: We use a combination of insurance and self-insurance mechanisms in an effort to mitigate the potential liabilities for health and welfare, workers' compensation, auto liability and general liability risks. Liabilities associated with our risks retained are estimated, in part, by considering claims experience, demographic factors, severity factors and other actuarial assumptions.

Financial Instruments: We purchase certain commodities, such as grains and livestock in the course of normal operations. As part of our commodity risk management activities, we use derivative financial instruments, primarily futures and options, to reduce our exposure to various market risks related to these purchases, as well as to changes in foreign currency exchange rates. Contract terms of a financial instrument qualifying as a hedge instrument closely mirror those of the hedged item, providing a high degree of risk reduction and correlation. Contracts designated and highly effective at meeting risk reduction and correlation criteria are recorded using hedge accounting. If a derivative instrument is accounted for as a hedge, changes in the fair value of the instrument will be offset either against the change in fair value of the hedged assets, liabilities or firm commitments through earnings or recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) until the hedged item is recognized in earnings. The ineffective portion of an instrument's change in fair value is immediately recognized in earnings as a component of cost of sales. Instruments we hold as part of our risk management activities that do not meet the criteria for hedge accounting are marked to fair value with unrealized gains or losses reported currently in earnings. Changes in market value of derivatives used in our risk management activities relating to forward sales contracts are recorded in sales, while changes surrounding inventories on hand or anticipated purchases of inventories or supplies are recorded in cost of sales. We generally do not hedge anticipated transactions beyond 18 months.

Revenue Recognition: We recognize revenue when title and risk of loss are transferred to customers, which is generally on delivery based on terms of sale. Revenue is recognized as the net amount estimated to be received after deducting estimated amounts for discounts, trade allowances and product terms.

Litigation Reserves: There are a variety of legal proceedings pending or threatened against us. Accruals are recorded when it is probable a liability has been incurred and the amount of the liability can be reasonably estimated based on current law, progress of each case, opinions and views of legal counsel and other advisers, our experience in similar matters and intended response to the litigation. These amounts, which are not discounted and are exclusive of claims against third parties, are adjusted periodically as assessment efforts progress or additional information becomes available. We expense amounts for administering or litigating claims as incurred. Accruals for legal proceedings are included in Other current liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Freight Expense: Freight expense associated with products shipped to customers is recognized in cost of sales.

Use of Estimates: The consolidated financial statements are prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, which require us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Business And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)
Schedule Of Inventories Of Processed Products, Livestock, And Supplies Valued At Lower Of Cost Or Market
                 
                  in millions    
       2011         2010     

  Processed products:

                 

        Weighted-average method – chicken and prepared foods

     $715         $721     

        First-in, first-out method – beef and pork

     581         462     

  Livestock – first-in, first-out method

     928         759     

  Supplies and other – weighted-average method

     363         332     

  Total inventory

     $2,587         $2,274
Changes In Accounting Principles (Tables)
Schedule Of Retrospective Application Of New Accounting Guidance
                                 
      Previously
Reported
     Adjustments:
Convertible
Debt
     Adjustments:
Noncontrolling
Interest
     As
Adjusted
 

  October 3, 2009 – Income Statement:

                                   

      Interest Expense

     $310         $17         $0         $327   

      Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

     (526)         (17)         0         (543)   

      Income Tax Expense

     14         (7)         0         7   

      Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

     (540)         (10)         0         (550)   

      Minority Interest

     (4)         0         4         0   

      Net Income (Loss)

     (537)         (10)         (4)         (551)   

      Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest

     0         0         (4)         (4)   

      Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson

     0         0         0         (547)   
                                     

 Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson:

                                   

Class A Basic

     $(1.47)         $(0.02)         $0.00         $(1.49)   

Class B Basic

     $(1.32)         $(0.03)         $0.00         $(1.35)   

Diluted

     $(1.44)         $(0.03)         $0.00         $(1.47)   

      Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson:

                                   

Class A Basic

     $(1.47)         $(0.02)         $0.00         $(1.49)   

Class B Basic

     $(1.32)         $(0.03)         $0.00         $(1.35)   

Diluted

     $(1.44)         $(0.03)         $0.00         $(1.47)   
Acquisitions And Discontinued Operation (Tables)
Summary Of Lakeside's Operating Results Prior To Its Disposition
          2009  

  Sales

     $461   
  

  Pretax income from discontinued operation

     $20   

  Loss on sale of discontinued operation

     (10)   

  Income tax expense

     11   

  Loss from discontinued operation

     $(1)   
Property, Plant And Equipment (Tables)
Property, Plant And Equipment And Accumulated Depreciation
                                           in millions  
      2011      2010  

  Land

     $95         $97   

  Building and leasehold improvements

     2,698         2,617   

  Machinery and equipment

     4,897         4,694   

  Land improvements and other

     386         232   

  Buildings and equipment under construction

     446         513   
     8,522         8,153   

  Less accumulated depreciation

     4,699         4,479   

  Net property, plant and equipment

     $3,823         $3,674   
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Tables)
in millions  
      Chicken      Beef      Pork        Prepared
Foods
     Consolidated  

  Balances at October 3, 2009:

              

  Goodwill

     $973             $1,123             $317         $64         $2,477   

  Accumulated impairment losses

     0         (560)         0         0         (560)   
     973         563         317         64         1,917   

  Fiscal 2010 Activity:

              

  Impairment losses

     (29)         0         0         0         (29)   

  Currency translation and other

     6         0         0         (1)         5   
              

  Balances at October 2, 2010:

              

  Goodwill

     $979         $1,123         $317         $63         $2,482   

  Accumulated impairment losses

     (29)         (560)         0         0         (589)   
       $950         $563         $317         $63         $1,893   
              

  Fiscal 2011 Activity:

              

  Impairment losses

     0         0         0         0         0   

  Currency translation and other

     (1)         0         0         0         (1)   
              

  Balances at October 1, 2011:

              

  Goodwill

     978         1,123         317         63         2,481   

  Accumulated impairment losses

     (29)         (560)         0         0         (589)   
       $949         $563         $317         $63         $1,892   
                      in millions  
      2011      2010  

  Gross Carrying Value:

     

   Trademarks

     $56         $56   

   Patents, intellectual property and other

     143         144   

   Land use rights

     25         23   

  Less Accumulated Amortization

     75         57   

  Total Intangible Assets

     $149         $166   
Other Current Liabilities (Tables)
Schedule Of Other Current Liabilities
                      in millions  
      2011      2010  

  Accrued salaries, wages and benefits

     $407         $444   

  Self-insurance reserves

     298         256   

  Other

     335         334   

  Total other current liabilities

     $1,040         $1,034   
Debt (Tables)
Major Components Of Debt
                 
      2011      2010  
               

  Revolving credit facility

     $0         $0   

  Senior notes:

                 

   8.25% Notes due October 2011 (2011 Notes)

     0         315   

   3.25% Convertible senior notes due October 2013 (2013 Notes)

     458         458   

   10.50% Senior notes due March 2014 (2014 Notes)

     810         810   

   6.85% Senior notes due April 2016 (2016 Notes)

     638         701   

   7.00% Notes due May 2018

     120         122   

   7.00% Notes due January 2028

     18         18   

   Discount on senior notes

     (76)         (105)   

  GO Zone tax-exempt bonds due October 2033 (0.14% at 10/1/2011)

     100         100   

  Other

     114         117   

  Total debt

     2,182         2,536   

  Less current debt

     70         401   

  Total long-term debt

     $2,112                              $2,135   
Income Taxes (Tables)
                         
                      in millions    
                  2011                  2010      2009    

  Federal

     $320         $374         $7     

  State

     21         44         (4)     

  Foreign

     0         20         4     
       $341         $438         $7     

  Current

     $255         $420         $40     

  Deferred

     86         18         (33)     
       $341         $438         $7     
                         
                   2011                       2010                       2009    

  Federal income tax rate

     35.0%         35.0%         35.0%     

  State income taxes

     1.6         2.4         0.1     

  Unrecognized tax benefits, net

     (1.7)         (1.4)         (0.3)     

  Goodwill impairment

     0.0         0.9         (36.1)     

  General business credits

     (0.9)         (0.7)         2.2     

  Domestic production deduction

     (2.3)         (2.0)         0.5     

  Change in foreign valuation allowance

     0.3         0.8         (3.8)     

  Tax planning in foreign jurisdictions

     0.0         0.0         1.7     

  Other

     (0.2)         1.4         (0.8)     
       31.8%         36.4%         (1.5)%     
                                 
                          in millions    
      2011            2010        
     Deferred Tax            Deferred Tax        
      Assets      Liabilities      Assets      Liabilities    

  Property, plant and equipment

     $0         $401         $0         $347     

  Suspended taxes from conversion to accrual method

     0         81         0         86     

  Intangible assets

     0         35         0         34     

  Inventory

     9         113         9         85     

  Accrued expenses

     196         0         202         0     

  Net operating loss and other carryforwards

     97         0         97         0     

  Insurance reserves

     23         0         20         0     

  Other

     80         68         108         90     
       $405         $698         $436         $642     

  Valuation allowance

     $(92)                  $(96)            

  Net deferred tax liability

              $385                  $302     
                         
in millions    
      2011                 2010      2009    

  Balance as of the beginning of the year

     $184         $233         $220     

  Increases related to current year tax positions

     4         4         7     

  Increases related to prior year tax positions

     21         11         60     

  Reductions related to prior year tax positions

     (24)         (35)         (21)     

  Reductions related to settlements

     (9)         (25)         (25)     

  Reductions related to expirations of statute of limitations

     (2)         (4)         (8)     

  Balance as of the end of the year

     $174         $184         $233     
Earnings (Loss) Per Share (Tables)
Schedule Of Earnings Per Share, Basic And Diluted
      in millions, except per share data    
      2011      2010      2009    

  Numerator:

        

   Income (loss) from continuing operations

     $733         $765         $(550)     

   Less: Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest

     (17)         (15)         (4)     

   Income (loss) from continuing operations attributable to Tyson

     750         780         (546)     

   Less Dividends:

        

   Class A ($0.16/share)

     49         49         50     

   Class B ($0.144/share)

     10         10         10     

   Undistributed earnings (losses)

     $691         $721         $(606)     

   Class A undistributed earnings (losses)

     $572         $597         $(501)     

   Class B undistributed earnings (losses)

     119         124         (105)     

   Total undistributed earnings (losses)

     $691         $721         $(606)     

  Denominator:

        

   Denominator for basic earnings (loss) per share:

        

   Class A weighted average shares

     303         303         302     

   Class B weighted average shares, and shares under if-converted method for diluted earnings per share

     70         70         70     

   Effect of dilutive securities:

        

   Stock options and restricted stock

     6         6         0     

   Convertible 2013 Notes

     1         0         0     

   Denominator for diluted earnings (loss) per share – adjusted weighted average shares and assumed conversions

     380         379         372     

  Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson:

        

   Class A Basic

     $2.04         $2.13         $(1.49)     

   Class B Basic

     $1.84         $1.91         $(1.35)     

   Diluted

     $1.97         $2.06         $(1.47)     

  Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson:

        

   Class A Basic

     $2.04         $2.13         $(1.49)     

   Class B Basic

     $1.84         $1.91         $(1.35)     

   Diluted

     $1.97         $2.06         $(1.47)     
Derivative Financial Instruments (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Schedule Of Derivative Instruments In Statement Of Financial Position, Fair Value
Cash Flow Hedge [Member]
 
Schedule Of Notional Amount Of Derivatives
Schedule Of Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) In Statement Of Financial Performance
Fair Value Hedging [Member]
 
Schedule Of Notional Amount Of Derivatives
Schedule Of Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) In Statement Of Financial Performance
Net Investment Hedging [Member]
 
Schedule Of Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) In Statement Of Financial Performance
Nondesignated [Member]
 
Schedule Of Notional Amount Of Derivatives
Schedule Of Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) In Statement Of Financial Performance
     Fair Value                     
  
      2011                  2010  

  Derivative Assets:

     

  Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:

     

  Commodity contracts

     $3         $20   

  Foreign exchange contracts

     12         0   

  Total derivative assets – designated

     15         20   
     

  Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:

     

  Commodity contracts

     21         10   

  Foreign exchange contracts

     5         1   

  Total derivative assets – not designated

     26         11   
     

  Total derivative assets

     $41         $31   
     

  Derivative Liabilities:

     

  Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:

     

  Commodity contracts

     $41         $16   
     

  Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:

     

  Commodity contracts

     121         34   

  Foreign exchange contracts

     1         6   

  Interest rate contracts

     2         3   

  Total derivative liabilities – not designated

     124         43   
     

  Total derivative liabilities

     $165         $59   
      Metric                       October 1, 2011                           October 2, 2010  

  Commodity:

        

  Corn

     Bushels         6 million         16 million   

  Soy Meal

     Tons         82,300         101,500   

  Foreign Currency

     United States dollar         $75 million         $0   
     

Gain/(Loss)    
Recognized in OCI    

on Derivatives    

     Consolidated  
Statements of Income  
Classification  
    

Gain/(Loss)  
Reclassified from  

OCI to Earnings  

 
      2011        2010        2009                  2011        2010        2009    

  Cash Flow Hedge – Derivatives designated

                    

  as hedging instruments:

                    

  Commodity contracts

     $(5)           $6           $(61)             Cost of Sales           $25           $(6)           $(67)     

  Foreign exchange contracts

     9           1           8             Other Income/Expense           0           1           6     

  Total

     $4           $7           $(53)                      $25           $(5)           $(61)     
      Metric                       October 1, 2011                       October 2, 2010  

  Commodity:

        

  Live Cattle

     Pounds         318 million         361 million   

  Lean Hogs

     Pounds         601 million         508 million   
        in millions  
      Consolidated
Statements of Income
Classification
     2011        2010        2009    

  Gain/(Loss) on forwards

     Cost of Sales               $ (78)         $ (58)         $ 152     

  Gain/(Loss) on purchase contract

     Cost of Sales         78           58           (152)     
     

Gain/(Loss)    
Recognized in OCI    

on Derivatives    

     Consolidated  
Statements of Income  
Classification  
    

Gain/(Loss)
Reclassified from

OCI to Earnings

 
      2011        2010        2009                  2011        2010        2009  
  Net Investment Hedge – Derivatives designated as                     
  hedging instruments:                     

  Foreign exchange contracts

     $(2)           $(1)           $(5)             Other Income/Expense           $0           $0           $(2)   
      Metric                       October 1, 2011                       October 2, 2010  

  Commodity:

        

  Corn

     Bushels         17 million         38 million   

  Soy Meal

     Tons         174,600         367,000   

  Soy Oil

     Pounds         13 million         2 million   

  Live Cattle

     Pounds         72 million         73 million   

  Lean Hogs

     Pounds         19 million         134 million   

  Natural Gas

     British thermal units         0         450 billion   

  Foreign Currency

     United States dollars         $110 million         $146 million   

  Interest Rate

     Average monthly notional debt         $39 million         $53 million   
     Consolidated            
Statements of Income             
Classification            
    

Gain/(Loss)

Recognized

in Earnings

 
              2011        2010        2009    

  Derivatives not designated

  as hedging instruments:

           

   Commodity contracts

     Sales                     $20           $27           $(34)   

   Commodity contracts

     Cost of Sales                     (2)           (20)           (151)   

   Foreign exchange contracts

     Other Income/Expense                     (3)           (5)           0   

   Interest rate contracts

     Interest Expense                     0           1           (4)   

  Total

              $15           $3           $(189)   
Fair Value Measurements (Tables)
      October 1, 2011      October 2, 2010    

  Balance at beginning of year

     $73         $72     

  Total realized and unrealized gains (losses):
  Included in earnings

     0         1     

  Included in other comprehensive income (loss)

     (1)         1     

  Purchases, issuances and settlements, net

     11         (1)     

  Balance at end of year

     $83         $73     

  Total gains (losses) for the periods included in earnings attributable to the change in unrealized gains (losses) relating to assets and liabilities still held at end of year

     $0         $0     
      October 1, 2011      October 2, 2010  
      

 

Fair

Value

  

 

    
 
Carrying
Value
  
  
    

 

Fair

Value

  

 

    
 
Carrying
Value
  
  

  Total Debt

   $ 2,334       $ 2,182       $ 2,770       $ 2,536   
Stock-Based Compensation (Tables)
                                 
      Shares Under
Option
     Weighted
Average Exercise
Price Per Share
     Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual Life
(in Years)
     Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
(in millions)
 

  Outstanding, October 2, 2010

     19,373,912         $12.69                     

  Exercised

     (4,127,763)         12.26                     

  Canceled

     (498,920)         12.78                     

  Granted

     3,507,992         16.19                     

  Outstanding, October 1, 2011

     18,255,221         13.46         6.1         $246   
                                     

  Exercisable, October 1, 2011

     9,465,184         $13.93         4.3         $132   
                         
      2011        2010        2009  

  Expected life

     6.7 years           6.5 years           5.3 years   

  Risk-free interest rate

     1.5%           1.2%           2.3%   

  Expected volatility

     38.8%           40.4%           34.6%   

  Expected dividend yield

     1.0%           1.3%           3.3%   
                                 
      Number of Shares      Weighted
Average Grant-
Date Fair Value
Per Share
     Weighted Average
Remaining
Contractual Life
(in Years)
     Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
(in millions)
 

  Nonvested, October 2, 2010

     3,601,614         $14.55                     

  Granted

     377,423         17.38                     

  Dividends

     28,000         17.92                     

  Vested

     (913,954)         15.12                     

  Forfeited

     (122,781)         14.74                     

  Nonvested, October 1, 2011

     2,970,302         $14.70         1.2         $52   
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Tables)
                                      in millions  
     Pension Benefits      Other Postretirement  
      Qualified      Non-Qualified      Benefits  
      2011      2010      2011      2010      2011      2010  

  Change in benefit obligation

                 

  Benefit obligation at beginning of year

     $97         $89         $42         $38         $45         $46   

  Service cost

     0         0         3         3         0         1   

  Interest cost

     5         5         2         2         2         2   

  Plan participants' contributions

     0         0         0         0         1         1   

  Actuarial loss

     3         9         17         0         4         1   

  Benefits paid

     (6)         (6)         (2)         (1)         (8)         (6)   

  Benefit obligation at end of year

     99         97         62         42         44         45   
                 

  Change in plan assets

                 

  Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year

     74         68         0         0         0         0   

  Actual return on plan assets

     1         9         0         0         0         0   

  Employer contributions

     5         3         2         1         7         5   

  Plan participants' contributions

     0         0         0         0         1         1   

  Benefits paid

     (6)         (6)         (2)         (1)         (8)         (6)   

  Fair value of plan assets at end of year

     74         74         0         0         0         0   

  Funded status

     $(25)         $(23)         $(62)         $(42)         $(44)         $(45)   
                                      in millions  
     Pension Benefits      Other Postretirement
Benefits
 
      Qualified      Non-Qualified     
       2011         2010         2011         2010         2011         2010   

  Accrued benefit liability

     $(25)         $(23)         $(62)         $(42)         $(44)         $(45)   

  Accumulated other comprehensive (income)/loss:

                 

Unrecognized actuarial loss

     45         40         17         1         0         0   

Unrecognized prior service (cost)/credit

     0         0         2         3         (5)         (6)   

  Net amount recognized

     $20         $17         $(43)         $(38)         $(49)         $(51)   
                      in millions  
     Pension Benefits   
       Qualified         Non-Qualified   
       2011         2010         2011         2010   

  Projected benefit obligation

   $ 99       $ 97       $ 62       $ 42   

  Accumulated benefit obligation

     99         97         55         41   

  Fair value of plan assets

     74         74         0         0   
                                                              in millions  
     Pension Benefits      Other Postretirement  
      Qualified      Non-Qualified      Benefits  
       2011         2010         2009         2011         2010         2009         2011         2010         2009   

  Service cost

     $0         $0         $0         $3         $3         $4         $0         $1         $0   

  Interest cost

     5         5         6         2         2         2         2         2         3   

  Expected return on plan assets

     (6)         (6)         (7)         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Amortization of prior service cost

     0         0         0         1         1         1         (1)         (1)         0   

  Recognized actuarial loss, net

     3         1         1         0         0         0         1         0         1   

  Net periodic benefit cost

     $2         $0         $0         $6         $6         $7         $2         $2         $4   
       Pension Benefits         Other Postretirement   
       Qualified         Non-Qualified         Benefits   
       2011         2010         2009         2011         2010         2009         2011         2010         2009   

  Discount rate to determine net periodic benefit cost

     5.06%         6.00%         6.33%         5.50%         6.00%         6.50%         4.50%         5.71%         6.50%   

  Discount rate to determine benefit obligations

     4.53%         5.06%         6.00%         4.75%         5.50%         6.00%         4.09%         4.50%         5.71%   

  Rate of compensation increase

     N/A           N/A           N/A           3.50%         3.50%         3.50%         N/A           N/A           N/A     

  Expected return on plan assets

     7.79%         7.80%         8.00%         N/A           N/A           N/A           N/A           N/A           N/A     
       2011         2010        
 
Target Asset  
Allocation  
  
  

  Cash

     1.9%         0.3%         1.0%     

  Fixed income securities

     24.2         18.5         19.0     

  US Stock Funds

     41.4         44.6         45.0     

  International Stock Funds

     17.7         19.9         20.0     

  Real Estate

     4.7         5.0         5.0     

  Alternatives

     10.1         11.7         10.0     

  Total

     100.0%         100.0%         100.0%     
       Alternative funds         Insurance contract         Total   

  Balance at October 2, 2010

     $7         $15         $22   

  Actual return on plan assets:

        

  Assets still held at reporting date

     (1)         0         (1)   

  Assets sold during the period

     0         0         0   

  Purchases, sales and settlements, net

     0         0         0   

  Transfers in and/or out of Level 3

     0         0         0   

  Balance at October 1, 2011

     $6         $15         $21   
                      in millions    
     Pension Benefits      Other Postretirement    
      Qualified      Non-Qualified      Benefits    

  2012

     $8         $2         $7     

  2013

     7         2         4     

  2014

     7         2         4     

  2015

     7         3         4     

  2016

     6         3         4     

  2017-2021

     29         18         17     
Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)
              in millions  
       2011         2010   

  Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss):

     

  Unrealized net hedging gains (losses), net of taxes

     $(7)         $10   

  Unrealized net gain on investments, net of taxes

     1         9   

  Currency translation adjustment

     (35)         6   

  Postretirement benefits reserve adjustments

     (38)         (25)   

  Total accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)

     $(79)         $0   
                     in millions  
      Before Tax     Income Tax      After Tax  

  Fiscal 2011:

       

  Net hedging gain reclassified to earnings

     $(25)        $10         $(15)   

  Net hedging unrealized gain (loss)

     4        (6)         (2)   

  Unrealized loss on investments

     (12)        4         (8)   

  Currency translation adjustment

     (42)        1         (41)   

  Net change in postretirement liabilities

     (21)        8         (13)   

  Other comprehensive income (loss) – 2011

   $ (96   $ 17       $ (79

  Fiscal 2010:

       

  Net hedging loss reclassified to earnings

     $7        $(1)         $6   

  Net hedging unrealized gain

     7        (1)         6   

  Currency translation adjustment

     27        0         27   

  Net change in postretirement liabilities

     (6)        1         (5)   

  Other comprehensive income (loss) – 2010

     $35        $(1)         $34   

  Fiscal 2009:

       

  Net hedging loss reclassified to earnings

     $61        $(25)         $36   

  Net hedging unrealized loss

     (53)        23         (30)   

  Loss on investments reclassified to other income

     4        (1)         3   

  Unrealized gain on investments

     12        (5)         7   

  Currency translation adjustment gain reclassified to loss from discontinued operation

     (41)        0         (41)   

  Currency translation adjustment

     (43)        3         (40)   

  Net change in postretirement liabilities

     (11)        1         (10)   

Other comprehensive income (loss) – 2009

     $(71)        $(4)         $(75)   
Segment Reporting (Tables)
Segment Reporting Information, By Segment
     in millions    
      Chicken      Beef      Pork      Prepared
Foods
     Other      Intersegment
Sales
     Consolidated    

  Fiscal year ended October 1, 2011

                    

  Sales

     $11,017         $13,549         $5,460         $3,215         $127         $(1,102)         $32,266     

  Operating Income (Loss)

     164         468         560         117         (24)            1,285     

  Total Other (Income) Expense

                       211     

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

                       1,074     

 before Income Taxes

                    

  Depreciation

     259         84         28         58         4            433     

  Total Assets

     5,412         2,610         960         943         1,146            11,071     

  Additions to property, plant and equipment

     464         88         27         58         6                  643     

  Fiscal year ended October 2, 2010

                    

  Sales

     $10,062         $11,707         $4,552         $2,999         $0         $(890)         $28,430     

  Operating Income (Loss)

     519         542         381         124         (10)            1,556     

  Total Other (Income) Expense

                       353     

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

                       1,203     

  Depreciation

     251         82         27         56         0            416     

  Total Assets

     5,031         2,468         845         940         1,468            10,752     

  Additions to property, plant and equipment

     320         61         27         42         100                  550     

  Fiscal year ended October 3, 2009

                    

  Sales

     $9,660         $10,937         $3,875         $2,836         $0         $(604)         $26,704     

  Operating Income (Loss)

     (157)         (346)         160         133         (5)            (215)     

  Total Other (Income) Expense

                       328     

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

                       (543)     

  Depreciation

     252         103         36         54         0            445     

  Total Assets

     4,927         2,277         840         905         1,646            10,595   

  Additions to property, plant and equipment

     174         39         18         58         79                  368     
Supplemental Cash Flow Information (Tables)
Cash Payments For Interest And Income Taxes
                      in millions    
            2011            2010      2009    

  Interest

     $192         $302         $333     

  Income taxes, net of refunds

     311         470         35     
Commitments And Contingencies (Tables)
      in millions  

  2012

     $95   

  2013

     63   

  2014

     39   

  2015

     19   

  2016

     12   

  2017 and beyond

     54   

  Total

     $282   
      in millions  

  2012

     $886   

  2013

     63   

  2014

     18   

  2015

     16   

  2016

     15   

  2017 and beyond

     61   

  Total

     $1,059   
Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited) (Tables)
Schedule Of Quarterly Financial Information
              in millions, except per share data    
      

 

First

Quarter

  

 

    

 

Second

Quarter

  

 

    

 

Third

Quarter

  

 

    

 

Fourth  

Quarter  

  

 

  2011

           

  Sales

     $7,615         $8,000         $8,247         $8,404     

  Gross profit

     744         533         531         391     

  Operating income

     498         303         312         172     

  Net income

     294         156         188         95     

  Net income attributable to Tyson

     298         159         196         97     

  Net income per share attributable to Tyson:

           

  Class A Basic

     $0.81         $0.43         $0.53         $0.27     

  Class B Basic

     $0.73         $0.39         $0.48         $0.24     

  Diluted

     $0.78         $0.42         $0.51         $0.26     

  2010

           

  Sales

     $6,635         $6,916         $7,438         $7,441     

  Gross profit

     529         564         752         669     

  Operating income

     314         344         507         391     

  Net income

     159         156         242         208     

  Net income attributable to Tyson

     160         159         248         213     

  Net income per share attributable to Tyson:

           

  Class A Basic

     $0.44         $0.43         $0.68         $0.58     

  Class B Basic

     $0.39         $0.39         $0.61         $0.52     

  Diluted

     $0.42         $0.42         $0.65         $0.57     
Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements [Abstract]
 
 
 
Condensed Consolidating Statement Of Income
Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet
 
Condensed Consolidating Statement Of Cash Flows

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Income for the year ended October 1, 2011

 

     in millions   
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Sales

     $157             $18,636             $13,159             $(1,227)             $30,568             $1,542             $(1)             $32,266   

  Cost of Sales

     29         17,461         12,364         (1,226)         28,599         1,440         (1)         30,067   

  Gross Profit (Loss)

     128         1,175         795         (1)         1,969         102         0         2,199   

  Operating Expenses:

                       

  Selling, general and administrative

     52         215         561         (1)         775         87         0         914   

  Goodwill impairment

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Other charges

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Operating Income

     76         960         234         0         1,194         15         0         1,285   
                       

  Other (Income) Expense:

                       

  Interest expense, net

     (26)         148         117         0         265         (8)         0         231   

  Other, net

     (9)         0         (12)         0         (12)         1         0         (20)   

  Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries

     (673)         (115)         (59)         102         (72)         (13)         758         0   

  Total Other (Income) Expense

     (708)         33         46         102         181         (20)         758         211   
                       

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before

      Income Taxes

     784         927         188         (102)         1,013         35         (758)         1,074   

  Income Tax Expense (Benefit)

     34         272         38         0         310         (3)         0         341   

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

     750         655         150         (102)         703         38         (758)         733   

  Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Net Income (Loss)

     750         655         150         (102)         703         38         (758)         733   

  Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling

  Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         (17)         0         (17)   

  Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson

     $750         $655         $150         $(102)         $703         $55         $(758)         $750   

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Income for the year ended October 2, 2010

 

     in millions   
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Sales

     $454         $15,950         $12,248         $(966)         $27,232         $1,167         $(423)         $28,430   

  Cost of Sales

     16         14,867         11,343         (966)         25,244         1,079         (423)         25,916   

  Gross Profit

     438         1,083         905         0         1,988         88         0         2,514   

  Operating Expenses:

                       

  Selling, general and administrative

     93         199         550         0         749         87         0         929   

  Goodwill impairment

     0         0         0         0         0         29         0         29   

  Other charges

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Operating Income (Loss)

     345         884         355         0         1,239         (28)         0         1,556   
                       

  Other (Income) Expense:

                       

  Interest expense, net

     328         2         17         0         19         (14)         0         333   

  Other, net

     25         1         (7)         0         (6)         1         0         20   

  Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries

     (782)         (51)         25         37         11         (14)         785         0   

  Total Other (Income) Expense

     (429)         (48)         35         37         24         (27)         785         353   
                       

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before

      Income Taxes

     774         932         320         (37)         1,215         (1)         (785)         1,203   

  Income Tax Expense (Benefit)

     (6)         304         116         0         420         24         0         438   

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

     780         628         204         (37)         795         (25)         (785)         765   

  Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Net Income (Loss)

     780         628         204         (37)         795         (25)         (785)         765   

  Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling

  Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         (15)         0         (15)   

  Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson

     $780         $628         $204         $(37)         $795         $(10)         $(785)         $780   

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Income for the year ended October 3, 2009

 

     in millions   
          2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Sales

     $11             $14,504             $12,245             $(725)             $26,024             $709             $(40)             $26,704   

  Cost of Sales

     132         13,970         11,526         (725)         24,771         638         (40)         25,501   

  Gross Profit (Loss)

     (121)         534         719         0         1,253         71         0         1,203   

  Operating Expenses:

                       

  Selling, general and administrative

     132         187         450         0         637         72         0         841   

  Goodwill impairment

     0         560         0         0         560         0         0         560   

  Other charges

     0         0         17         0         17         0         0         17   

  Operating Income (Loss)

     (253)         (213)         252         0         39         (1)         0         (215)   
                       

  Other (Income) Expense:

                       

  Interest expense, net

     285         13         20         0         33         (8)         0         310   

  Other, net

     11         (3)         (6)         0         (9)         16         0         18   

  Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries

     157         (32)         44         13         25         (17)         (165)         0   

  Total Other (Income) Expense

     453         (22)         58         13         49         (9)         (165)         328   
                       

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before

      Income Taxes

     (706)         (191)         194         (13)         (10)         8         165         (543)   

  Income Tax Expense (Benefit)

     (138)         111         34         0         145         0         0         7   

  Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations

     (568)         (302)         160         (13)         (155)         8         165         (550)   

  Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operation, net of tax

     21         5         0         0         5         (27)         0         (1)   

  Net Income (Loss)

     (547)         (297)         160         (13)         (150)         (19)         165         (551)   

  Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling

  Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         (4)         0         (4)   

  Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson

     $(547)             $(297)             $160             $(13)             $(150)             $(15)             $165             $(547)   

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet as of October 1, 2011

 

     in millions   
          2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-

antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Assets

                       

  Current Assets:

                       

  Cash and cash equivalents

     $1         $1         $414         $0         $415         $300         $0         $716   

  Accounts receivable, net

     1         506         656         0         1,162         157         1         1,321   

  Inventories

     2         926         1,440         0         2,366         219         0         2,587   

  Other current assets

     62         95         102         (133)         64         54         (24)         156   

  Total Current Assets

     66         1,528         2,612         (133)         4,007         730         (23)         4,780   

  Net Property, Plant and Equipment

     37         875         2,369         0         3,244         542         0         3,823   

  Goodwill

     0         881         966         0         1,847         45         0         1,892   

  Intangible Assets

     0         31         49         0         80         69         0         149   

  Other Assets

     2,179         180         147         (15)         312         296         (2,360)         427   

  Investment in Subsidiaries

     11,396         1,923         769         (1,760)         932         319         (12,647)         0   

  Total Assets

     $13,678         $5,418         $6,912         $(1,908)         $10,422         $2,001         $(15,030)         $11,071   

  Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

                       

  Current Liabilities:

                       

  Current debt

     $2         $0         $0         $0         $0         $68         $0         $70   

  Accounts payable

     8         525         648         0         1,173         83         0         1,264   

  Other current liabilities

     5,808         144         442         (133)         453         474         (5,695)         1,040   

  Total Current Liabilities

     5,818         669         1,090         (133)         1,626         625         (5,695)         2,374   

  Long-Term Debt

     1,972         1,198         916         0         2,114         269         (2,243)         2,112   

  Deferred Income Taxes

     0         120         310         (15)         415         9         0         424   

  Other Liabilities

     231         142         191         0         333         29         (117)         476   

  Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   
                       

  Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity

     5,657         3,289         4,405         (1,760)         5,934         1,041         (6,975)         5,657   

  Noncontrolling Interest

     0         0         0         0         0         28         0         28   

  Total Shareholders' Equity

     5,657         3,289         4,405         (1,760)         5,934         1,069         (6,975)         5,685   

  Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

     $13,678         $5,418         $6,912         ($1,908)         $10,422         $2,001         ($15,030)         $11,071   
  Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet as of October 2, 2010              in millions  
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI  
Parent  
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-

antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Assets

                       

  Current Assets:

                       

  Cash and cash equivalents

     $2           $2         $731         $0         $733         $243         $0         $978   

  Accounts receivable, net

     0           2,389         4,670         0         7,059         132         (5,993)         1,198   

  Inventories

     0           734         1,361         0         2,095         179         0         2,274   

  Other current assets

     43           49         27         (9)         67         95         (37)         168   

  Total Current Assets

     45           3,174         6,789         (9)         9,954         649         (6,030)         4,618   

  Net Property, Plant and Equipment

     39           870         2,257         0         3,127         508         0         3,674   

  Goodwill

     0           880         967         0         1,847         46         0         1,893   

  Intangible Assets

     0           37         53         0         90         76         0         166   

  Other Assets

     2,804           101         61         0         162         295         (2,860)         401   

  Investment in Subsidiaries

     10,776           1,785         631         (1,607)         809         307         (11,892)         0   

  Total Assets

     $13,664           $6,847         $10,758         $(1,616)         $15,989         $1,881         $(20,782)         $10,752   

  Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

                       

  Current Liabilities:

                       

Current debt

     $317           $0         $0         $0         $0         $84         $0         $401   

Accounts payable

     16           421         608         0         1,029         65         0         1,110   

Other current liabilities

     6,044           168         335         (9)         494         526         (6,030)         1,034   

  Total Current Liabilities

     6,377           589         943         (9)         1,523         675         (6,030)         2,545   

  Long-Term Debt

     2,011           1,638         1,228         0         2,866         118         (2,860)         2,135   

  Deferred Income Taxes

     0           105         204         0         309         12         0         321   

  Other Liabilities

     110           148         179         0         327         49         0         486   

  Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest

     0           0         0         0         0         64         0         64   
                       

  Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity

     5,166           4,367         8,204         (1,607)         10,964         928         (11,892)         5,166   

  Noncontrolling Interest

     0           0         0         0         0         35         0         35   

  Total Shareholders' Equity

     5,166           4,367         8,204         (1,607)         10,964         963         (11,892)         5,201   

  Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

     $13,664           $6,847         $10,758         $(1,616)         $15,989         $1,881         $(20,782)         $10,752   
  Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended October 1, 2011              in millions  
            2014 Guarantors                       
     

TFI  

Parent  

     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities

     $31           $564         $468         $0         $1,032         $3         $(20)         $1,046   

  Cash Flows From Investing Activities:

                       

  Additions to property, plant and equipment

     (1)           (107)         (443)         0         (550)         (92)         0         (643)   

  Purchases of marketable securities, net

     0           (57)         (21)         0         (78)         (2)         0         (80)   

  Proceeds from notes receivable

     0           0         0         0         0         51         0         51   

  Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation

     0           0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Change in restricted cash-investing

     0           0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Acquisitions, net of cash acquired

     0           0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Other, net

     23           0         8         0         8         (3)         0         28   

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Investing Activities

     22           (164)         (456)         0         (620)         (46)         0         (644)   

  Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

                       

  Net change in debt

     (391)           (6)         0         0         (6)         12         0         (385)   

  Debt issuance costs

     (9)           0         0         0         0         0         0         (9)   

  Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest

     0           0         0         0         0         (66)         0         (66)   

  Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock

     (207)           0         0         0         0         0         0         (207)   

  Dividends

     (59)           0         0         0         0         (20)         20         (59)   

  Change in restricted cash-financing

     0           0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

  Other, net

     58           0         0         0         0         10         0         68   

  Net change in intercompany balances

     554           (395)         (329)         0         (724)         170         0         0   

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities

     (54)           (401)         (329)         0         (730)         106         20         (658)   

  Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash

     0           0         0         0         0         (6)         0         (6)   

  Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents

     (1)           (1)         (317)         0         (318)         57         0         (262)   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year

     2           2         731         0         733         243         0         978   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year

     $1           $1         $414         $0         $415         $300         $0         $716   
  Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended October 2, 2010              in millions  
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-

antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Cash Provided by Operating Activities

     $386         $499         $462         $0         $961         $85         $0         $1,432   

  Cash Flows From Investing Activities:

                       

Additions to property, plant and equipment

     (3)         (85)         (323)         0         (408)         (139)         0         (550)   

Purchases of marketable securities, net

     0         0         0         0         0         (4)         0         (4)   

Proceeds from notes receivable

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Change in restricted cash-investing

     0         0         0         0         0         43         0         43   

Acquisitions, net of cash acquired

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Other, net

     (1)         (1)         15         0         14         (2)         0         11   

  Cash Used for Investing Activities

     (4)         (86)         (308)         0         (394)         (102)         0         (500)   

  Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

                       

Net change in debt

     (874)         (149)         0         0         (149)         (11)         0         (1,034)   

Debt issuance costs

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock

     (48)         0         0         0         0         0         0         (48)   

Dividends

     (59)         0         0         0         0         0         0         (59)   

Change in restricted cash-financing

     0         0         140         0         140         0         0         140   

Other, net

     32         0         0         0         0         10         0         42   

Net change in intercompany balances

     569         (262)         (351)         0         (613)         44         0         0   

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities

     (380)         (411)         (211)         0         (622)         43         0         (959)   

  Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash

     0         0         0         0         0         1         0         1   

  Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents

     2         2         (57)         0         (55)         27         0         (26)   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year

     0         0         788         0         788         216         0         1,004   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year

     $2         $2         $731         $0         $733         $243         $0         $978   
  Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended October 3, 2009              in millions  
            2014 Guarantors                       
      TFI
Parent
     TFM
Parent
     Guar-
antors
     Elimin-
ations
     Subtotal     

Non-

Guar-
antors

     Elimin-
ations
     Total  

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities

     $(617)         $507         $982         $0         $1,489         $113         $(25)         $960   

  Cash Flows From Investing Activities:

                       

Additions to property, plant and equipment

     0         (56)         (211)         0         (267)         (101)         0         (368)   

Proceeds from sale of marketable securities, net

     0         0         0         0         0         19         0         19   

Proceeds from notes receivable

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation

     0         0         0         0         0         75         0         75   

Change in restricted cash-investing

     0         0         0         0         0         (43)         0         (43)   

Acquisitions, net of cash acquired

     0         0         (13)         0         (13)         (80)         0         (93)   

Other, net

     (37)         1         12         0         13         7         0         (17)   

  Cash Used for Investing Activities

     (37)         (55)         (212)         0         (267)         (123)         0         (427)   

  Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

                       

Net change in debt

     545         (94)         0         0         (94)         36         0         487   

Debt issuance costs

     (58)         0         0         0         0         (1)         0         (59)   

Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest

     0         0         0         0         0         0         0         0   

Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock

     (19)         0         0         0         0         0         0         (19)   

Dividends

     (60)         0         0         0         0         (25)         25         (60)   

Change in restricted cash-financing

     0         0         (140)         0         (140)         0         0         (140)   

Other, net

     0         0         0         0         0         6         0         6   

Net change in intercompany balances

     106         (358)         123         0         (235)         129         0         0   

  Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities

     514         (452)         (17)         0         (469)         145         25         215   

  Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash

     0         0         0         0         0         6         0         6   

  Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents

     (140)         0         753         0         753         141         0         754   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year

     140         0         35         0         35         75         0         250   

  Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year

     $0         $0         $788         $0         $788         $216         $0         $1,004   
Valuation And Qualifying Accounts (Tables)
Schedule Of Valuation And Qualifying Accounts
                      in millions    
            Additions                  
     Balance at  
Beginning  
of Period  
    Charged to  
Costs and  
Expenses  
    Charged to  
Other Accounts  
    (Deductions)       Balance at End  
of Period  
 

    Allowance for Doubtful Accounts:

         

   2011

    $32          $3          $0          $(4)          $31     

   2010

    33          0          0          (1)          32     

   2009

    12          22          0          (1)          33     

  Inventory Lower of Cost or Market Allowance:

         

   2011

    $2          $12          $0          $(8)          $6     

   2010

    22          7          0          (27)          2     

   2009

    13          57          0          (48)          22     
Business And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
Share data in Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
May 11, 2011
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Checks outstanding in excess of related book cash
$ 281,000,000 
$ 267,000,000 
 
 
Brand name food products marketed to approximate number of countries worldwide
130 
 
 
 
Purchases of treasury shares
207,000,000 
48,000,000 
19,000,000 
 
Allowance for uncollectible accounts
31,000,000 
32,000,000 
 
 
Goodwill
1,892,000,000 
1,893,000,000 
1,917,000,000 
 
Goodwill impairment
29,000,000 
560,000,000 
 
Number of classes of common stock
 
 
 
Cash dividends allowable to holders of class B common stock without simultaneous payment to holders of class A common stock
 
 
 
Percentage amount of per share cash dividends paid to holders of Class B stock that cannot exceed paid to holders of Class A stock
90.00% 
 
 
 
Maximum length of time hedged anticipated transactions
18 
 
 
 
Advertising and promotion expenses
552,000,000 
505,000,000 
491,000,000 
 
Research and development costs
42,000,000 
38,000,000 
33,000,000 
 
Domestic Operations [Member] |
Chicken [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Goodwill
900,000,000 
 
 
 
Chicken [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Goodwill
949,000,000 
950,000,000 
973,000,000 
 
Goodwill impairment
29,000,000 
 
 
Common Class A [Member] |
Tyson Limited Partnership And Tyson Family [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Tyson family ownership percentage
2.45% 
 
 
 
Tyson Limited Partnership And Tyson Family [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Tyson family total voting power, percentage of outstanding voting stock
70.74% 
 
 
 
Common Class B [Member] |
Tyson Limited Partnership [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Tyson family ownership percentage
99.97% 
 
 
 
Open Market Repurchases [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Purchases of treasury shares
37,000,000 
48,000,000 
 
 
Common Class A [Member] |
Share Repurchase Program [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Purchases of treasury shares
170,000,000 
 
 
 
Common Class A [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Remaining shares available to repurchase
12.8 
 
 
22.5 
Common shares repurchased during the period
9.7 
 
 
 
Common stock, par value
$ 0.1 
$ 0.1 
 
 
Votes per share
 
 
 
Dividends, per share
$ 0.16 
$ 0.16 
$ 0.16 
 
Common Class B [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Common stock, par value
$ 0.1 
$ 0.1 
 
 
Votes per share
10 
 
 
 
Dividends, per share
$ 0.144 
$ 0.144 
$ 0.144 
 
Buildings And Leasehold Improvements [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Estimated lives, minimum (years)
10 
 
 
 
Estimated lives, maximum (years)
33 
 
 
 
Dynamic Fuels [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Ownership interest percentage, investment in Dynamic Fuels, LLC joint venture
50.00% 
 
 
 
Variable interest entity total assets
170,000,000 
154,000,000 
 
 
Variable interest entity property plant and equipment
144,000,000 
145,000,000 
 
 
Variable interest entity total liabilities
116,000,000 
107,000,000 
 
 
Variable interest entity long-term debt
$ 100,000,000 
$ 100,000,000 
 
 
Land And Land Improvements [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Estimated lives, minimum (years)
 
 
 
Estimated lives, maximum (years)
20 
 
 
 
Machinery And Equipment [Member]
 
 
 
 
Accounting Policies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
Estimated lives, minimum (years)
 
 
 
Estimated lives, maximum (years)
12 
 
 
 
Business And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Schedule Of Inventories Of Processed Products, Livestock, And Supplies Valued At Lower Of Cost Or Market) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Total inventory
$ 2,587 
$ 2,274 
Chicken And Prepared Foods [Member]
 
 
Weighted-average method
715 
721 
Beef And Pork [Member]
 
 
First-in, first-out method
581 
462 
Livestock [Member]
 
 
First-in, first-out method
928 
759 
Supplies And Other [Member]
 
 
Weighted-average method
$ 363 
$ 332 
Changes In Accounting Principles (Narrative) (Details) (3.25% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes Due October 15, 2013 [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2008
years
Oct. 1, 2011
3.25% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes Due October 15, 2013 [Member]
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
Maturity year
2013 
 
Interest rate
3.25% 
3.25% 
Debt instrument, interest rate, effective percentage
8.26% 
 
Discount on note
$ 92 
 
Offsetting after tax amount recorded to capital in excess of par value
$ 56 
 
Discount accretion term
 
Changes In Accounting Principles (Schedule Of Retrospective Application Of New Accounting Guidance) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data
3 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jul. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Apr. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jan. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jul. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Apr. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jan. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 242 
$ 347 
$ 327 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,074 
1,203 
(543)
Income Tax Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
341 
438 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
733 
765 
(550)
Net Income (Loss)
95 
188 
156 
294 
208 
242 
156 
159 
733 
765 
(551)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(17)
(15)
(4)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
97 
196 
159 
298 
213 
248 
159 
160 
750 
780 
(547)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 1.97 
$ 2.06 
$ (1.47)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
$ 0.26 
$ 0.51 
$ 0.42 
$ 0.78 
$ 0.57 
$ 0.65 
$ 0.42 
$ 0.42 
$ 1.97 
$ 2.06 
$ (1.47)
Common Class A [Member] |
Previously Reported [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.47)
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.47)
Common Class B [Member] |
Previously Reported [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.32)
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.32)
Previously Reported [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
310 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(526)
Income Tax Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
14 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(540)
Minority Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(4)
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(537)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.44)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.44)
Common Class A [Member] |
Adjustments: Convertible Debt [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (0.02)
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (0.02)
Common Class B [Member] |
Adjustments: Convertible Debt [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (0.03)
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (0.03)
Adjustments: Convertible Debt [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
17 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(17)
Income Tax Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(7)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(10)
Minority Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(10)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (0.03)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (0.03)
Common Class A [Member] |
Adjustments: Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 0 
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 0 
Common Class B [Member] |
Adjustments: Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 0 
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 0 
Adjustments: Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income Tax Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Minority Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(4)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(4)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 0 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 0 
Common Class A [Member] |
As Adjusted [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.49)
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.49)
Common Class B [Member] |
As Adjusted [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.35)
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.35)
As Adjusted [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
327 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(543)
Income Tax Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(550)
Minority Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(551)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(4)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (547)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.47)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1.47)
Common Class A [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 2.04 
$ 2.13 
$ (1.49)
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
$ 0.27 
$ 0.53 
$ 0.43 
$ 0.81 
$ 0.58 
$ 0.68 
$ 0.43 
$ 0.44 
$ 2.04 
$ 2.13 
$ (1.49)
Common Class B [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accounting Principles [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 1.84 
$ 1.91 
$ (1.35)
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
$ 0.24 
$ 0.48 
$ 0.39 
$ 0.73 
$ 0.52 
$ 0.61 
$ 0.39 
$ 0.39 
$ 1.84 
$ 1.91 
$ (1.35)
Acquisitions And Discontinued Operation (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
1 Months Ended
Aug. 31, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Mar. 13, 2009
years
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Integrated Poultry Companies [Member]
Oct. 31, 2008
Integrated Poultry Companies [Member]
May 31, 2011
Shandong Tyson Xinchang Foods [Member]
Aug. 31, 2009
Shandong Tyson Xinchang Foods [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Percentage of acquisition
 
 
 
 
 
40.00% 
 
Ownership percentage
 
 
 
 
 
 
60.00% 
Purchase price
 
 
 
 
$ 67 
 
$ 21 
Cash transferred for future capital needs
 
 
 
 
 
 
93 
Purchase price of intangible assets
 
 
 
 
19 
 
29 
Purchase price of goodwill
 
 
 
 
23 
 
19 
Purchase price assumption of current and long-term debt
 
 
 
 
 
 
76 
Transaction closed amount
66 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Contingent purchase price
 
 
 
 
15 
 
 
Cash payments of contingent consideration
 
 
 
11 
 
 
 
Sale of beef processing, cattle feed yard, fertilizer assets and related inventories
 
 
145 
 
 
 
 
Cash received
 
 
43 
 
 
 
 
Collateralized notes receivable
 
 
78 
 
 
 
 
XL Foods redeemable preferred stock
 
 
24 
 
 
 
 
XL Foods preferred stock redeemed period
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loss on sale of discontinued operation
 
10 
 
 
 
 
 
Disposal of goodwill related to discontinued operation
 
59 
 
 
 
 
 
Cumulative currency translation adjustment gains
 
$ 41 
 
 
 
 
 
Acquisitions And Discontinued Operation (Summary Of Lakeside's Operating Results Prior To Its Disposition) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Acquisitions And Discontinued Operation [Abstract]
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
$ 461 
Pretax income from discontinued operation
 
 
20 
Loss on sale of discontinued operation
 
 
(10)
Income tax expense
 
 
11 
Loss from discontinued operation
$ 0 
$ 0 
$ (1)
Property, Plant And Equipment (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Property, Plant And Equipment [Abstract]
 
 
Land
$ 95 
$ 97 
Building and leasehold improvements
2,698 
2,617 
Machinery and equipment
4,897 
4,694 
Land improvements and other
386 
232 
Buildings and equipment under construction
446 
513 
Property, plant and equipment, gross
8,522 
8,153 
Less accumulated depreciation
4,699 
4,479 
Net property, plant and equipment
3,823 
3,674 
Amount required to complete construction of buildings and equipment
$ 427 
 
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets [Abstract]
 
 
 
Estimated period of benefit, minimum (years)
 
 
Estimated period of benefit, maximum (years)
30 
 
 
Amortization expense on intangible assets
$ 18 
$ 19 
$ 10 
Estimated amortization expense on intangible assets, Year One
16 
 
 
Estimated amortization expense on intangible assets, Year Two
16 
 
 
Estimated amortization expense on intangible assets, Year Three
15 
 
 
Estimated amortization expense on intangible assets, Year Four
15 
 
 
Estimated amortization expense on intangible assets, Year Five
$ 14 
 
 
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Goodwill Activity) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill
$ 2,481 
$ 2,482 
$ 2,477 
Accumulated impairment losses
(589)
(589)
(560)
Goodwill, net
1,892 
1,893 
1,917 
Impairment losses
(29)
(560)
Currency translation and other
(1)
 
Chicken [Member]
 
 
 
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill
978 
979 
973 
Accumulated impairment losses
(29)
(29)
Goodwill, net
949 
950 
973 
Impairment losses
(29)
 
Currency translation and other
(1)
 
Beef [Member]
 
 
 
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill
1,123 
1,123 
1,123 
Accumulated impairment losses
(560)
(560)
(560)
Goodwill, net
563 
563 
563 
Impairment losses
 
Currency translation and other
 
Pork [Member]
 
 
 
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill
317 
317 
317 
Accumulated impairment losses
Goodwill, net
317 
317 
317 
Impairment losses
 
Currency translation and other
 
Prepared Foods [Member]
 
 
 
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets [Line Items]
 
 
 
Goodwill
63 
63 
64 
Accumulated impairment losses
Goodwill, net
63 
63 
64 
Impairment losses
 
Currency translation and other
$ 0 
$ (1)
 
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Other Intangible Assets By Type) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets [Abstract]
 
 
Trademarks
$ 56 
$ 56 
Patents, intellectual property and other
143 
144 
Land use rights
25 
23 
Less Accumulated Amortization
75 
57 
Total Intangible Assets
$ 149 
$ 166 
Other Current Liabilities (Schedule Of Other Current Liabilities) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Other Current Liabilities [Abstract]
 
 
Accrued salaries, wages and benefits
$ 407 
$ 444 
Self-insurance reserves
298 
256 
Other
335 
334 
Total other current liabilities
$ 1,040 
$ 1,034 
Debt (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
Share data in Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1,
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1,
1 Months Ended
Feb. 28, 2011
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Apr. 2, 2011
Prior To Credit Rating Adjustment [Member]
2016 Notes [Member]
Aug. 19, 2010
Prior To Credit Rating Adjustment [Member]
2016 Notes [Member]
Nov. 13, 2008
Prior To Credit Rating Adjustment [Member]
2016 Notes [Member]
Apr. 2, 2011
2016 Notes [Member]
Aug. 19, 2010
2016 Notes [Member]
Nov. 13, 2008
2016 Notes [Member]
Sep. 27, 2008
2016 Notes [Member]
1 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2009
10.50% Senior Notes Due March 2014 [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
10.50% Senior Notes Due March 2014 [Member]
1 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2008
3.25% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes Due October 15, 2013 [Member]
years
2011
3.25% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes Due October 15, 2013 [Member]
2011
3.25% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes Due October 15, 2013 [Member]
Conversion Eligibility Provision [Member]
1 Months Ended
Nov. 30, 2008
GO Zone Tax-Exempt Bonds Due October 2033 [Member]
2011
GO Zone Tax-Exempt Bonds Due October 2033 [Member]
2011
Standby Letters Of Credit [Member]
2011
Bilateral Letters Of Credit [Member]
1 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2008
GO Zone Tax-Exempt Bonds [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amount available under this facility
$ 1,000,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Line of credit facility, termination date
February 2016 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amount available for borrowing
 
842,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Letters of credit issued amount
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
158,000,000 
 
 
Bilateral letters of credit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
50,000,000 
 
Debt instrument, face amount
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
810,000,000 
 
458,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6.60% 
 
10.50% 
3.25% 
3.25% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate at period end
 
 
 
7.35% 
7.85% 
7.35% 
6.85% 
7.35% 
7.85% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
0.14% 
 
 
 
Maturity date
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mar. 01, 2014 
 
Oct. 15, 2013 
 
 
Oct. 01, 2033 
 
 
 
Conversion rate
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
59.1935 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Trading days
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
least 20 trading days during a period of 30 consecutive trading days 
 
 
 
 
 
Principal amounts for conversion
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,000 
 
1,000 
 
 
 
 
 
Conversion price, per share
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 16.89 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Minimum percentage of exchange price
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
130.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
Minimum trade price
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 21.96 
 
 
 
 
 
Measurement period
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
five business days after any 10 consecutive trading days 
 
 
 
 
 
Percentage trading price per principal amount, upper limit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
98.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
Discount on note
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
92,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
After tax amount recorded to capital in excess of par value
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
56,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Discount accretion term
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt instrument, interest rate, effective percentage
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.26% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Reduction to capital in excess of par value due to the purchase of note hedge transactions
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
36,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Call options purchased in private transactions
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
94,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number of class A stock that can be acquired through call options
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
27 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from sale of warrants
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
44,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Shares able to be purchased through warrants
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
27 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Exercise price of warrants, per share
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
22.31 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Warrant exercise price date start
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Jan. 01, 2014 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Warrant exercise price date end
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mar. 31, 2014 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate swap period in force
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5 years 
 
 
 
 
Maximum amount of shares that may be issued to satisfy conversion
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
35.9 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Conversion price factoring convertible note hedge and warrant transactions, per share
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 22.31 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Increase in stock price that would result in the issuance of additional stock
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
10.00% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Additional stock issuance if increase in share price
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2.5 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from the sale of Gulf Opportunity Zone tax-exempt bonds
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
100,000,000 
Maturities of debt in 2012
 
70,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Maturities of debt in 2013
 
17,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Maturities of debt in 2014
 
1,279,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Maturities of debt in 2015
 
7,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Maturities of debt in 2016
 
643,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Discount on senior notes
 
$ 76,000,000 
$ 105,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 59,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Issue price percent of face value
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
92.756% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Debt (Major Components Of Debt) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
7.00% Notes Due January 2028 [Member]
Oct. 2, 2010
7.00% Notes Due January 2028 [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
6.85% Senior Notes Due April 2016 [Member]
Oct. 2, 2010
6.85% Senior Notes Due April 2016 [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
8.25% Notes Due October 2011 [Member]
Oct. 2, 2010
8.25% Notes Due October 2011 [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
7.00% Notes Due May 2018 [Member]
Oct. 2, 2010
7.00% Notes Due May 2018 [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
3.25% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes Due October 15, 2013 [Member]
Oct. 2, 2010
3.25% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes Due October 15, 2013 [Member]
Sep. 30, 2008
3.25% Convertible Senior Unsecured Notes Due October 15, 2013 [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
10.50% Senior Notes Due March 2014 [Member]
Oct. 2, 2010
10.50% Senior Notes Due March 2014 [Member]
Mar. 31, 2009
10.50% Senior Notes Due March 2014 [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
GO Zone Tax-Exempt Bonds Due October 2033 [Member]
Revolving credit facility
$ 0 
$ 0 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Senior notes
 
 
18 
18 
638 
701 
315 
120 
122 
458 
458 
 
810 
810 
 
 
Discount on senior notes
(76)
(105)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(59)
 
GO Zone tax-exempt bonds due October 2033
100 
100 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other
114 
117 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total debt
2,182 
2,536 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Less current debt
70 
401 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total long-term debt
$ 2,112 
$ 2,135 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest rate at period end
 
 
 
 
6.85% 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
0.14% 
Stated interest rate
 
 
7.00% 
 
 
 
8.25% 
 
7.00% 
 
3.25% 
 
3.25% 
10.50% 
 
 
 
Maturity date
 
 
Jan. 01, 2028 
 
Apr. 01, 2016 
 
Oct. 01, 2011 
 
May 01, 2018 
 
Oct. 15, 2013 
 
 
Mar. 01, 2014 
 
 
Oct. 01, 2033 
Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Unrecognized tax benefits that would impact effective tax rate
$ 155 
$ 150 
 
Unrecognized tax benefits, income tax penalties and interest accrued
58 
64 
 
Unrecognized tax benefits, reductions resulting from tax audit resolutions
10 
 
 
Domestic production deduction
25 
24 
 
Reduction in unrecognized tax benefits
19 
16 
 
Reduction in state valuation allowance
 
 
Negative impact on effective income tax rate
0.00% 
0.90% 
(36.10%)
Increase in foreign valuation allowance which increased tax expense
 
 
21 
General business credits which decreased tax expense
 
 
12 
Tax planning in foreign jurisdictions which decreased tax expense
 
 
Deferred tax liabilities, undistributed foreign earnings
339 
260 
 
Expiring [Member] |
Foreign Country [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Operating loss carryforwards
63 
 
 
Minimum [Member] |
Foreign Country [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Operating loss carryforwards, expiration dates
2012 
 
 
Minimum [Member] |
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Operating loss carryforwards, expiration dates
2012 
 
 
Minimum [Member] |
Tax Credit [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Tax credit carryforward, expiration dates
2012 
 
 
Maximum [Member] |
Foreign Country [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Operating loss carryforwards, expiration dates
2020 
 
 
Maximum [Member] |
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Operating loss carryforwards, expiration dates
2029 
 
 
Maximum [Member] |
Tax Credit [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Tax credit carryforward, expiration dates
2025 
 
 
Foreign Country [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Operating loss carryforwards
160 
 
 
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Operating loss carryforwards
635 
 
 
Tax Credit [Member]
 
 
 
Income Taxes [Line Items]
 
 
 
Tax credit carryforward
$ 19 
 
 
Income Taxes (Provision For Income Taxes From Continuing Operations) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Income Taxes [Abstract]
 
 
 
Federal
$ 320 
$ 374 
$ 7 
State
21 
44 
(4)
Foreign
20 
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
341 
438 
Current
255 
420 
40 
Deferred
86 
18 
(33)
Income Tax Expense
$ 341 
$ 438 
$ 7 
Income Taxes (Reasons For Differences Between Statutory Federal Tax Rate And Effective Income Tax Rate) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Income Taxes [Abstract]
 
 
 
Federal income tax rate
35.00% 
35.00% 
35.00% 
State income taxes
1.60% 
2.40% 
0.10% 
Unrecognized tax benefits, net
(1.70%)
(1.40%)
(0.30%)
Goodwill impairment
0.00% 
0.90% 
(36.10%)
General business credits
(0.90%)
(0.70%)
2.20% 
Domestic production deduction
(2.30%)
(2.00%)
0.50% 
Change in foreign valuation allowance
0.30% 
0.80% 
(3.80%)
Tax planning in foreign jurisdictions
0.00% 
0.00% 
1.70% 
Other
(0.20%)
1.40% 
(0.80%)
Negative impact on effective income tax rate
31.80% 
36.40% 
(1.50%)
Income Taxes (Tax Effects Of Major Items Recorded As Deferred Tax Assets And Liabilities) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Income Taxes [Abstract]
 
 
Deferred Tax Assets, Property, plant and equipment
$ 0 
$ 0 
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Property, plant and equipment
401 
347 
Deferred Tax Assets, Suspended taxes from conversion to accrual method
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Suspended taxes from conversion to accrual method
81 
86 
Deferred Tax Assets, Intangible assets
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Intangible assets
35 
34 
Deferred Tax Assets, Inventory
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Inventory
113 
85 
Deferred Tax Assets, Accrued expenses
196 
202 
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Accrued expenses
Deferred Tax Assets, Net operating loss and other carryforwards
97 
97 
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net operating loss and other carryforwards
Deferred Tax Assets, Insurance reserves
23 
20 
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Insurance reserves
Deferred Tax Assets, Other
80 
108 
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Other
68 
90 
Deferred Tax Assets, Gross
405 
436 
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Gross
698 
642 
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation allowance
(92)
(96)
Net deferred tax liabilities
$ 385 
$ 302 
Other Income And Charges (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Jan. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jul. 3, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
3 Months Ended
Mar. 28, 2009
Processed Meats Plant, Oklahoma [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Chicken [Member]
Gain on disposal of an equity method investment
$ 11 
 
$ 11 
 
 
 
 
Insurance proceeds received
 
 
 
 
 
 
38 
Equity method impairment
 
12 
 
12 
 
 
 
Number of jobs eliminated
 
 
 
 
 
600 
 
Plant closing charges
 
 
 
 
 
15 
 
Impairment charges
 
 
18 
36 
32 
14 
 
Employee termination benefits
 
 
 
 
 
$ 1 
 
Earnings (Loss) Per Share (Narrative) (Details)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Line Items]
 
 
 
Antidilutive securities excluded from computation of earnings per share, shares
24 
Percentage amount of per share cash dividends paid to holders of Class B stock that cannot exceed paid to holders of Class A stock
90.00% 
 
 
Common Class A [Member]
 
 
 
Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Line Items]
 
 
 
Undistributed earnings (losses), ratio used to calculate allocation to class of stock
 
 
Common Class B [Member]
 
 
 
Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Line Items]
 
 
 
Undistributed earnings (losses), ratio used to calculate allocation to class of stock
0.9 
 
 
Earnings (Loss) Per Share (Schedule Of Earnings Per Share, Basic And Diluted) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data
3 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jul. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Apr. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jan. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jul. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Apr. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jan. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income (loss) from continuing operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 733 
$ 765 
$ (550)
Less: Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(17)
(15)
(4)
Income (loss) from continuing operations attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
750 
780 
(546)
Undistributed earnings (losses)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
691 
721 
(606)
Stock options and restricted stock
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Convertible 2013 Notes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Denominator for diluted earnings (loss) per share - adjusted weighted average shares and assumed conversions
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
380 
379 
372 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 1.97 
$ 2.06 
$ (1.47)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
$ 0.26 
$ 0.51 
$ 0.42 
$ 0.78 
$ 0.57 
$ 0.65 
$ 0.42 
$ 0.42 
$ 1.97 
$ 2.06 
$ (1.47)
Common Class A [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dividends, common stock, cash
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
49 
49 
50 
Undistributed earnings (losses)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
572 
597 
(501)
Weighted average number of shares outstanding - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
303 
303 
302 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 2.04 
$ 2.13 
$ (1.49)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
$ 0.27 
$ 0.53 
$ 0.43 
$ 0.81 
$ 0.58 
$ 0.68 
$ 0.43 
$ 0.44 
$ 2.04 
$ 2.13 
$ (1.49)
Dividends, per share
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 0.16 
$ 0.16 
$ 0.16 
Common Class B [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dividends, common stock, cash
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
10 
10 
10 
Undistributed earnings (losses)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 119 
$ 124 
$ (105)
Weighted average number of shares outstanding - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
70 
70 
70 
Net Income (Loss) Per Share from Continuing Operations Attributable to Tyson - Basic
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 1.84 
$ 1.91 
$ (1.35)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
$ 0.24 
$ 0.48 
$ 0.39 
$ 0.73 
$ 0.52 
$ 0.61 
$ 0.39 
$ 0.39 
$ 1.84 
$ 1.91 
$ (1.35)
Dividends, per share
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 0.144 
$ 0.144 
$ 0.144 
Derivative Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Maximum length of time hedged forecasted transactions, months
18 
 
Notional amount of foreign currency derivatives
$ 35 
$ 49 
Maximum length of time hedged undesignated positions, months
18 
 
Grain [Member]
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Cash flow hedge gain loss related to grain to be reclassified within twelve months
21 
 
Foreign Currency [Member]
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Cash flow hedge gain loss related to foreign currency to be reclassified within twelve months
$ 9 
 
Derivative Financial Instruments (Pretax Impact Of Cash Flow Hedge Derivative Instruments On The Consolidated Statements Of Income) (Details) (Cash Flow Hedge [Member], USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in OCI on Derivatives
$ 4 
$ 7 
$ (53)
Gain/(Loss) Reclassified from OCI to Earnings
25 
(5)
(61)
Commodity Contracts [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in OCI on Derivatives
(5)
(61)
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in OCI on Derivatives
Cost Of Sales [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Reclassified from OCI to Earnings
25 
(6)
(67)
Other Income/Expense [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Reclassified from OCI to Earnings
$ 0 
$ 1 
$ 6 
Derivative Financial Instruments (Gains Or Losses On The Hedging Items) (Details) (Fair Value Hedging [Member], Cost Of Sales [Member], USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Forward Contracts [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) on forwards
$ (78)
$ (58)
$ 152 
Purchase Contracts [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
(Gain)/Loss on purchase contract
$ 78 
$ 58 
$ (152)
Derivative Financial Instruments (Pretax Impact Of Derivative Instruments On The Consolidated Statements Of Income) (Details) (Net Investment Hedging [Member], USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in OCI on Derivatives
$ (2)
$ (1)
$ (5)
Other Income/Expense [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Reclassified from OCI to Earnings
$ 0 
$ 0 
$ (2)
Derivative Financial Instruments (Pretax Impact Of Undesignated Derivatives) (Details) (Nondesignated [Member], USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Earnings
$ 15 
$ 3 
$ (189)
Commodity Contracts [Member] |
Cost Of Sales [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Earnings
(2)
(20)
(151)
Commodity Contracts [Member] |
Sales [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Earnings
20 
27 
(34)
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member] |
Other Income/Expense [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Earnings
(3)
(5)
Interest Rate Contracts [Member] |
Interest Expense [Member]
 
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
 
Gain/(Loss) Recognized in Earnings
$ 0 
$ 1 
$ (4)
Derivative Financial Instruments (Fair Value Of All Derivative Instruments) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Derivative Assets
$ 41 
$ 31 
Derivative Liabilities
165 
59 
Nondesignated [Member]
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Derivative Assets
26 
11 
Derivative Liabilities
124 
43 
Nondesignated [Member] |
Commodity Contracts [Member]
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Derivative Assets
21 
10 
Derivative Liabilities
121 
34 
Nondesignated [Member] |
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Derivative Assets
Derivative Liabilities
Nondesignated [Member] |
Interest Rate Contracts [Member]
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Derivative Liabilities
Designated As Hedging Instrument [Member]
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Derivative Assets
15 
20 
Designated As Hedging Instrument [Member] |
Commodity Contracts [Member]
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Derivative Assets
20 
Derivative Liabilities
41 
16 
Designated As Hedging Instrument [Member] |
Foreign Exchange Contracts [Member]
 
 
Derivative [Line Items]
 
 
Derivative Assets
$ 12 
$ 0 
Fair Value Measurements (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
Share data in Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
years
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
3 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Chicken Segment [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Chicken Segment [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Net Income [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Net Income [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Net Income [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Syntroleum Corporation Expires 2014 [Member]
Syntroleum Corporation [Member]
Oct. 1, 2011
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. [Member]
Oct. 2, 2010
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. [Member]
Available for sale securities, maturity period, years
45 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number of warrants which can be used to purchase an equivalent amount of common stock
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
4.25 
 
 
Class of warrant or right average exercise price of warrants or rights
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 2.87 
 
 
Warrant exercise, number of shares of Syntroleum Corporation acquired
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Notes receivable recorded in other current assets in the consolidated balance sheets
49,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other than temporary impairments
 
 
 
 
 
4,000,000 
 
 
 
Impairment of goodwill
$ 0 
$ 29,000,000 
$ 560,000,000 
$ 29,000,000 
$ 29,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Percentage of net accounts receivable
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
16.50% 
15.30% 
Percentage of net accounts receivable, description
No other single customer or customer group represented greater than 10% of net accounts receivable. 
No other single customer or customer group represents greater than 10% of net accounts receivable. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Fair Value Measurements (Schedule Of Assets And Liabilities Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Assets Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
$ 15 
$ 0 
Deferred Compensation Assets
150 
86 
Total Assets
292 
231 
Liabilities Commodity Derivatives
27 
Liabilities Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
Liabilities Interest Rate Swap
Total Liabilities
29 
Derivative assets and liabilities posted cash collateral
113 
35 
Cash collateral held
Commodity [Member]
 
 
Assets Commodity Derivatives
12 
Commodity [Member] |
Level 1 [Member]
 
 
Assets Commodity Derivatives
Commodity [Member] |
Level 2 [Member]
 
 
Assets Commodity Derivatives
24 
30 
Commodity [Member] |
Level 3 [Member]
 
 
Assets Commodity Derivatives
Commodity [Member] |
Netting [Member]
 
 
Assets Commodity Derivatives
(21)1
(18)1
Equity Securities [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
18 
Equity Securities [Member] |
Level 1 [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
15 
Equity Securities [Member] |
Level 2 [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
Equity Securities [Member] |
Level 3 [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
Equity Securities [Member] |
Netting [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
1
1
Debt Securities [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
117 
115 
Debt Securities [Member] |
Level 1 [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
Debt Securities [Member] |
Level 2 [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
34 
42 
Debt Securities [Member] |
Level 3 [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
83 
73 
Debt Securities [Member] |
Netting [Member]
 
 
Assets Securities
1
1
Level 1 [Member]
 
 
Assets Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
Deferred Compensation Assets
28 
Total Assets
35 
15 
Liabilities Commodity Derivatives
Liabilities Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
Liabilities Interest Rate Swap
Total Liabilities
Level 2 [Member]
 
 
Assets Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
17 
Deferred Compensation Assets
122 
86 
Total Assets
197 
162 
Liabilities Commodity Derivatives
162 
50 
Liabilities Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
Liabilities Interest Rate Swap
Total Liabilities
165 
59 
Level 3 [Member]
 
 
Assets Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
Deferred Compensation Assets
Total Assets
83 
73 
Liabilities Commodity Derivatives
Liabilities Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
Liabilities Interest Rate Swap
Total Liabilities
Netting [Member]
 
 
Assets Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
(2)1
(1)1
Deferred Compensation Assets
1
1
Total Assets
(23)1
(19)1
Liabilities Commodity Derivatives
(135)1
(50)1
Liabilities Foreign Exchange Forward Contracts
(1)1
(1)1
Liabilities Interest Rate Swap
1
(1)1
Total Liabilities
$ (136)1
$ (52)1
Fair Value Measurements (Schedule Of Debt Securities Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Fair Value Measurements [Abstract]
 
 
Balance at beginning of year
$ 73 
$ 72 
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in earnings
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in other comprehensive income (loss)
(1)
Purchases, issuances and settlements, net
11 
(1)
Balance at end of year
83 
73 
Total gains (losses) for the periods included in earnings attributable to the change in unrealized gains (losses) relating to assets and liabilities still held at end of year
$ 0 
$ 0 
Fair Value Measurements (Schedule Of Available For Sale Securities) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Marketable securities accumulated other than temporary impairments amount
$ 3 
$ 3 
U.S. Treasury And Agency [Member]
 
 
Amortized Cost Basis
33 
41 
Fair Value
34 
42 
Unrealized Gain/(Loss)
Corporate And Asset-Backed [Member]
 
 
Amortized Cost Basis
54 1
43 1
Fair Value
56 1
46 1
Unrealized Gain/(Loss)
1
1
Redeemable Preferred Stock [Member]
 
 
Amortized Cost Basis
27 
27 
Fair Value
27 
27 
Unrealized Gain/(Loss)
Common Stock [Member]
 
 
Amortized Cost Basis
Fair Value
15 
Unrealized Gain/(Loss)
(2)
Stock Warrants [Member]
 
 
Amortized Cost Basis
Fair Value
Unrealized Gain/(Loss)
$ 0 
$ 3 
Fair Value Measurements (Schedule Of Fair Value And Carrying Value Of Debt) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Fair Value Measurements [Abstract]
 
 
Total Debt, Fair Value
$ 2,334 
$ 2,770 
Total Debt, Carrying Value
$ 2,182 
$ 2,536 
Stock-Based Compensation (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
years
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
 
 
Shares available for future grant
15,102,409 
 
 
Restricted stock awards, shares vested
913,954 
 
 
Maximum [Member] |
Stock Options [Member]
 
 
 
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
 
 
Vesting period
10 years 
 
 
Stock Options [Member]
 
 
 
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
 
 
Vesting minimum period, years
two 
 
 
Vesting maximum period, years
five 
 
 
Grant-date fair value of options granted
$ 6.19 
$ 4.76 
$ 1.29 
Stock-based compensation expense, net of income taxes
$ 12 
$ 11 
$ 9 
Related tax benefit
Stock options, options vested
6,800,000 
2,200,000 
2,400,000 
Fair value of stock options
16 
13 
15 
Cash received from exercise of stock options
51 
31 
Tax benefit related to stock options exercised
10 
Total intrinsic value of options exercised
26 
12 
Tax deductions in excess of compensation cost of options (excess tax deductions)
Total unrecognized compensation cost
26 
 
 
Total unrecognized compensation cost, time frame for recognition, weighted average number of years
1.4 
 
 
Restricted Stock [Member]
 
 
 
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
 
 
Stock-based compensation expense, net of income taxes
10 
Related tax benefit
Restricted stock awards, shares vested
900,000 
1,800,000 
700,000 
Total unrecognized compensation cost
14 
 
 
Total unrecognized compensation cost, time frame for recognition, weighted average number of years
1.2 
 
 
Restricted stock awards, grant date fair value
$ 14 
$ 30 
$ 11 
Performance Based Shares [Member]
 
 
 
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
 
 
 
Vesting period
3 years 
 
 
Stock-Based Compensation (Summary Of Stock Options) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
years
Stock-Based Compensation [Abstract]
 
Shares Under Option - Outstanding, October 2, 2010
19,373,912 
Shares Under Option - Exercised
(4,127,763)
Shares Under Option - Canceled
(498,920)
Shares Under Option - Granted
3,507,992 
Shares Under Option - Outstanding, October 1, 2011
18,255,221 
Shares Under Option - Exercisable, October 1, 2011
9,465,184 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share - Outstanding, October 2, 2010
$ 12.69 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share - Exercised
$ 12.26 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share - Canceled
$ 12.78 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share - Granted
$ 16.19 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share - Outstanding, October 1, 2011
$ 13.46 
Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share - Exercisable at October 1, 2011
$ 13.93 
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (in Years) - Outstanding, October 1, 2011
6.1 
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (in Years) - Exercisable, October 1, 2011
4.3 
Aggregate Intrinsic Value - Outstanding, October 1, 2011
$ 246 
Aggregate Intrinsic Value - Exercisable, October 1, 2011
$ 132 
Stock-Based Compensation (Assumption Of Fair Value Calculation Of Each Year's Grants) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
years
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
years
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
years
Stock-Based Compensation [Abstract]
 
 
 
Expected life
6.7 
6.5 
5.3 
Risk-free interest rate
1.50% 
1.20% 
2.30% 
Expected volatility
38.80% 
40.40% 
34.60% 
Expected dividend yield
1.00% 
1.30% 
3.30% 
Stock-Based Compensation (Restricted Stock Table) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
years
Stock-Based Compensation [Abstract]
 
Number of Shares - Nonvested, October 2, 2010
3,601,614 
Number of Shares - Granted
377,423 
Number of Shares - Dividends
28,000 
Number of Shares - Vested
(913,954)
Number of Shares - Forfeited
(122,781)
Number of Shares - Nonvested, October 1, 2011
2,970,302 
Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Per Share - Nonvested, October 2, 2010
$ 14.55 
Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Per Share - Granted
$ 17.38 
Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Per Share - Dividends
$ 17.92 
Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Per Share - Vested
$ 15.12 
Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Per Share - Forfeited
$ 14.74 
Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value Per Share - Nonvested, October 1, 2011
$ 14.70 
Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Life (in Years), Nonvested, October 1,2011
1.2 
Aggregate Intrinsic Value Nonvested, October 1, 2011
$ 52 
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Number of defined benefit plans
 
 
Defined benefit programs recognized expenses
$ 45 
$ 48 
$ 49 
Accumulated benefit obligation
99 
97 
 
Postretirement medical obligation consisting of fixed annual payments
28 
 
 
Postretirement medical obligation consisting of payments determined by healthcare cost trend
16 
 
 
Healthcare cost trend assumptions
6.00% 
 
 
Defined benefit pension plan assets
74 
 
 
Significant concentrations of risk
no 
 
 
Expected contributions to pension plans for fiscal 2012
 
 
Defined benefit plans funding
Minimum [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Expected rate of return on assets assumption years
 
 
Maximum [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Expected rate of return on assets assumption years
10 
 
 
Domestic Pension Benefit Plans [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Defined benefit pension plan assets
59 
59 
 
Foreign Subsidiary Pension Benefit Plans [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Defined benefit pension plan assets
$ 15 
$ 15 
 
Funded And Qualified Plan [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Number of defined benefit plans
 
 
Unfunded And Non-Qualified Plan [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Number of defined benefit plans
 
 
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Reconciliation Of Changes In Plans' Benefit Obligations, Assets And Funded Status) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Employer contributions
$ 7 
$ 4 
$ 2 
Ending balance
74 
 
 
Non-Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Benefit obligation at beginning of year
42 
38 
 
Service cost
Interest cost
Plan participants' contributions
 
Actuarial loss
17 
 
Benefits paid
(2)
(1)
 
Benefit obligation at end of year
62 
42 
38 
Beginning balance
 
Actual return on plan assets
 
Employer contributions
 
Ending balance
Funded status
(62)
(42)
 
Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Benefit obligation at beginning of year
97 
89 
 
Service cost
Interest cost
Plan participants' contributions
 
Actuarial loss
 
Benefits paid
(6)
(6)
 
Benefit obligation at end of year
99 
97 
89 
Beginning balance
74 
68 
 
Actual return on plan assets
 
Employer contributions
 
Ending balance
74 
74 
68 
Funded status
(25)
(23)
 
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Benefit obligation at beginning of year
45 
46 
 
Service cost
Interest cost
Plan participants' contributions
 
Actuarial loss
 
Benefits paid
(8)
(6)
 
Benefit obligation at end of year
44 
45 
46 
Beginning balance
 
Actual return on plan assets
 
Employer contributions
 
Ending balance
Funded status
$ (44)
$ (45)
 
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Amounts Recognized In The Consolidated Balance Sheets) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Non-Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Accrued benefit liability
$ (62)
$ (42)
Unrecognized actuarial loss
17 
Unrecognized prior service (cost)/credit
Net amount recognized
(43)
(38)
Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Accrued benefit liability
(25)
(23)
Unrecognized actuarial loss
45 
40 
Unrecognized prior service (cost)/credit
Net amount recognized
20 
17 
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Accrued benefit liability
(44)
(45)
Unrecognized actuarial loss
Unrecognized prior service (cost)/credit
(5)
(6)
Net amount recognized
$ (49)
$ (51)
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Plans With Accumulated Benefit Obligations In Excess Of Plan Assets) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Non-Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Projected benefit obligation
$ 62 
$ 42 
Accumulated benefit obligation
55 
41 
Fair value of plan assets
Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Projected benefit obligation
99 
97 
Accumulated benefit obligation
99 
97 
Fair value of plan assets
$ 74 
$ 74 
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Cost For Pension And Postretirement Benefit Plans Recognized In The Consolidated Statements Of Income) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Service cost
$ 0 
$ 0 
$ 0 
Interest cost
Expected return on plan assets
(6)
(6)
(7)
Amortization of prior service cost
Recognized actuarial loss, net
Net periodic benefit cost
Non-Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Service cost
Interest cost
Expected return on plan assets
Amortization of prior service cost
Recognized actuarial loss, net
Net periodic benefit cost
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Service cost
Interest cost
Expected return on plan assets
Amortization of prior service cost
(1)
(1)
Recognized actuarial loss, net
Net periodic benefit cost
$ 2 
$ 2 
$ 4 
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Weighted Average Assumptions) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Non-Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Discount rate to determine net periodic benefit cost
5.50% 
6.00% 
6.50% 
Discount rate to determine benefit obligations
4.75% 
5.50% 
6.00% 
Rate of compensation increase
3.50% 
3.50% 
3.50% 
Expected return on plan assets
0.00% 
0.00% 
0.00% 
Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Discount rate to determine net periodic benefit cost
5.06% 
6.00% 
6.33% 
Discount rate to determine benefit obligations
4.53% 
5.06% 
6.00% 
Rate of compensation increase
0.00% 
0.00% 
0.00% 
Expected return on plan assets
7.79% 
7.80% 
8.00% 
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
 
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Discount rate to determine net periodic benefit cost
4.50% 
5.71% 
6.50% 
Discount rate to determine benefit obligations
4.09% 
4.50% 
5.71% 
Rate of compensation increase
0.00% 
0.00% 
0.00% 
Expected return on plan assets
0.00% 
0.00% 
0.00% 
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Actual And Target Asset Allocation For Pension Plan Assets) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits [Abstract]
 
 
Actual Plan Asset Allocations - Cash
1.90% 
0.30% 
Actual Plan Asset Allocations- Fixed Income Securities
24.20% 
18.50% 
Actual Plan Asset Allocations- US Stock Funds
41.40% 
44.60% 
Actual Plan Asset Allocations- International Stock Funds
17.70% 
19.90% 
Actual Plan Asset Allocations- Real Estate
4.70% 
5.00% 
Actual Plan Asset Allocations- Alternatives
10.10% 
11.70% 
Actual Plan Asset Allocations- Total
100.00% 
100.00% 
Target Plan Asset Allocations- Cash
1.00% 
 
Target Plan Asset Allocations- Fixed Income Securities
19.00% 
 
Target Plan Asset Allocations- US Stock Funds
45.00% 
 
Target Plan Asset Allocations- International Stock Funds
20.00% 
 
Target Plan Asset Allocations- Real Estate
5.00% 
 
Target Plan Asset Allocations- Alternatives
10.00% 
 
Target Plan Asset Allocations- Total
100.00% 
 
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Categories Of Pension Plan Assets And Level Under Which Fair Values Were Determined In Fair Value Hierarchy) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
$ 74 
 
Level 1 [Member] |
Other Investments [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
1
 
Level 2 [Member] |
Other Investments [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
1
 
Level 3 [Member] |
Other Investments [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
1
 
Other Investments [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
1
 
Level 1 [Member] |
Fixed Income Securities Bond Fund [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
14 2
 
Level 2 [Member] |
Fixed Income Securities Bond Fund [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
Level 3 [Member] |
Fixed Income Securities Bond Fund [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
Fixed Income Securities Bond Fund [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
14 2
 
Level 1 [Member] |
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Level 2 [Member] |
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Level 3 [Member] |
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Level 1 [Member] |
U.S. Stock Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
25 2
 
Level 2 [Member] |
U.S. Stock Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
Level 3 [Member] |
U.S. Stock Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
U.S. Stock Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
25 2
 
Level 1 [Member] |
International Stock Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
10 2
 
Level 2 [Member] |
International Stock Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
Level 3 [Member] |
International Stock Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
International Stock Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
10 2
 
Level 1 [Member] |
Global Real Estate Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
Level 2 [Member] |
Global Real Estate Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
Level 3 [Member] |
Global Real Estate Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
Global Real Estate Funds [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
2
 
Level 1 [Member] |
Equity Securities [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
38 
 
Level 2 [Member] |
Equity Securities [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Level 3 [Member] |
Equity Securities [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Equity Securities [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
38 
 
Level 1 [Member] |
Total Fair Value [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
53 
 
Level 2 [Member] |
Total Fair Value [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Level 3 [Member] |
Total Fair Value [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Total Fair Value [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
59 
 
Level 1 [Member] |
Insurance Contract At Contract Value [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Level 2 [Member] |
Insurance Contract At Contract Value [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Level 3 [Member] |
Insurance Contract At Contract Value [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
15 
 
Insurance Contract At Contract Value [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
15 
 
Level 1 [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
53 
 
Level 2 [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
 
Level 3 [Member]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
Defined Benefit Plan, Fair Value of Plan Assets
$ 21 
$ 22 
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Reconciliation Of Change In Fair Value Measurement Of Defined Benefit Plans' Consolidated Assets Using Significant Unobservable Inputs) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
Ending balance
$ 74 
Level 3 [Member]
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
Beginning balance
22 
Assets still held at reporting date
(1)
Assets sold during the period
Purchases, sales and settlements, net
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3
Ending balance
21 
Level 3 [Member] |
Alternative Funds [Member]
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
Beginning balance
Assets still held at reporting date
(1)
Assets sold during the period
Purchases, sales and settlements, net
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3
Ending balance
Level 3 [Member] |
Insurance Contract [Member]
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
Beginning balance
15 
Assets still held at reporting date
Assets sold during the period
Purchases, sales and settlements, net
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3
Ending balance
$ 15 
Pensions And Other Postretirement Benefits (Estimated Future Benefit Payments Expected To Be Paid) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Non-Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
2012
$ 2 
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017-2021
18 
Qualified Pension Benefits [Member]
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017-2021
29 
Other Postretirement Benefits [Member]
 
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
 
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017-2021
$ 17 
Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Components Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Total accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
$ (79)
$ 0 
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net Of Tax [Member]
 
 
Unrealized net hedging gains (losses), net of taxes
(7)
10 
Unrealized net gain on investments, net of taxes
Currency translation adjustment
(35)
Postretirement benefits reserve adjustments
$ (38)
$ (25)
Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Components Of Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Abstract]
 
 
 
Net hedging gain (loss) reclassified to earnings, Before Tax
$ (25)
$ 7 
$ 61 
Net hedging gain (loss) reclassified to earnings, Income Tax
10 
(1)
(25)
Net hedging gain (loss) reclassified to earnings, After Tax
(15)
36 
Net hedging unrealized gain (loss), Before Tax
(53)
Net hedging unrealized gain (loss), Income Tax
(6)
(1)
23 
Net hedging unrealized gain (loss), After Tax
(2)
(30)
Loss on investments reclassified to other income, Before Tax
 
 
Loss on investments reclassified to other income, Income Tax
 
 
(1)
Loss on investments reclassified to other income, After Tax
 
 
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments, Before Tax
(12)
 
12 
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments, Income Tax
 
(5)
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments, After Tax
(8)
 
Currency translation adjustment gain reclassified to loss from discontinued operation, Before Tax
 
 
(41)
Currency translation adjustment gain reclassified to loss from discontinued operation, Tax Effect
 
 
Currency translation adjustment gain reclassified to loss from discontinued operation, After Tax
 
 
(41)
Currency translation adjustment, Before Tax
(42)
27 
(43)
Currency translation adjustment, Income Tax
Currency translation adjustment, After Tax
(41)
27 
(40)
Net change in postretirement liabilities, Before Tax
(21)
(6)
(11)
Net change in postretirement liabilities, Income Tax
Net change in postretirement liabilities, After Tax
(13)
(5)
(10)
Other comprehensive income (loss), Before Tax
(96)
35 
(71)
Other comprehensive income (loss), Income Tax
17 
(1)
(4)
Other comprehensive income (loss), After Tax
$ (79)
$ 34 
$ (75)
Segment Reporting (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jul. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Apr. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jan. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jul. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Apr. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jan. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number of segments
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
$ 8,404 
$ 8,247 
$ 8,000 
$ 7,615 
$ 7,441 
$ 7,438 
$ 6,916 
$ 6,635 
$ 32,266 
$ 28,430 
$ 26,704 
Property, plant and equipment
3,823 
 
 
 
3,674 
 
 
 
3,823 
3,674 
 
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,074 
1,203 
(543)
Domestic Country [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Percentage of net sales
96.00% 
 
 
 
96.00% 
 
 
 
96.00% 
96.00% 
97.00% 
Long-lived assets
5,800 
 
 
 
5,600 
 
 
 
5,800 
5,600 
 
Foreign Country [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
4,100 
3,200 
2,700 
Percentage of net sales
10.00% 
 
 
 
10.00% 
 
 
 
10.00% 
10.00% 
10.00% 
Long-lived assets
539 
 
 
 
511 
 
 
 
539 
511 
 
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
57 
(11)
(14)
Beef [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
13,549 
11,707 
10,937 
Beef [Member] |
Intersegment Sales [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
286 
172 
155 
Pork [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5,460 
4,552 
3,875 
Pork [Member] |
Intersegment Sales [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 816 
$ 718 
$ 449 
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Percentage of net sales
13.30% 
 
 
 
13.40% 
 
 
 
13.30% 
13.40% 
13.80% 
Segment Reporting (Segment Reporting Information, By Segment) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
3 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jul. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Apr. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jan. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jul. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Apr. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jan. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
$ 8,404 
$ 8,247 
$ 8,000 
$ 7,615 
$ 7,441 
$ 7,438 
$ 6,916 
$ 6,635 
$ 32,266 
$ 28,430 
$ 26,704 
Operating Income (Loss)
172 
312 
303 
498 
391 
507 
344 
314 
1,285 
1,556 
(215)
Total Other (Income) Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
211 
353 
328 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,074 
1,203 
(543)
Depreciation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
433 
416 
445 
Total Assets
11,071 
 
 
 
10,752 
 
 
 
11,071 
10,752 
10,595 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
643 
550 
368 
Chicken [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
11,017 
10,062 
9,660 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
164 
519 
(157)
Depreciation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
259 
251 
252 
Total Assets
5,412 
 
 
 
5,031 
 
 
 
5,412 
5,031 
4,927 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
464 
320 
174 
Beef [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
13,549 
11,707 
10,937 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
468 
542 
(346)
Depreciation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
84 
82 
103 
Total Assets
2,610 
 
 
 
2,468 
 
 
 
2,610 
2,468 
2,277 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
88 
61 
39 
Pork [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5,460 
4,552 
3,875 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
560 
381 
160 
Depreciation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
28 
27 
36 
Total Assets
960 
 
 
 
845 
 
 
 
960 
845 
840 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
27 
27 
18 
Prepared Foods [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3,215 
2,999 
2,836 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
117 
124 
133 
Depreciation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
58 
56 
54 
Total Assets
943 
 
 
 
940 
 
 
 
943 
940 
905 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
58 
42 
58 
Other [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
127 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(24)
(10)
(5)
Depreciation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total Assets
1,146 
 
 
 
1,468 
 
 
 
1,146 
1,468 
1,646 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
100 
79 
Intersegment Sales [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (1,102)
$ (890)
$ (604)
Supplemental Cash Flow Information (Cash Payments For Interest And Income Taxes) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]
 
 
 
Interest
$ 192 
$ 302 
$ 333 
Income taxes, net of refunds
$ 311 
$ 470 
$ 35 
Commitments And Contingencies (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1,
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
years
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
2011
Minimum [Member]
MDL Proceedings [Member]
2011
Maximum [Member]
MDL Proceedings [Member]
Oct. 1, 2011
Obligations Of Certain Outside Third Parties Guarantees [Member]
years
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
Residual Value Guarantees [Member]
3 Months Ended
Mar. 29, 2008
MDL Proceedings [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
MDL Proceedings [Member]
Oct. 20, 2010
Tyson Prepared Foods Plant [Member]
1 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2005
State of Oklahoma [Member]
A
Jun. 30, 2005
State of Oklahoma [Member]
Poultry Integrators [Member]
Jun. 30, 2005
State of Oklahoma [Member]
Subsidiaries [Member]
Jun. 30, 2009
Armstrong Case [Member]
May 8, 2008
Armstrong Case [Member]
May 8, 2008
Armstrong Case [Member]
Employees [Member]
Oct. 30, 2009
Clardy Case [Member]
0 Months Ended
Mar. 17, 2011
Garcia Case [Member]
1 Months Ended
Sep. 26, 2011
Bouaphakeo Case [Member]
1 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2010
Armstrong And Clardy Cases [Member]
Commitments and Contingencies [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total rentals
$ 183,000,000 
$ 188,000,000 
$ 175,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Lease, maximum initial term
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Guarantee obligations, maximum period of exposure
 
 
 
 
 
10 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Maximum potential amount
 
 
 
 
 
76,000,000 
50,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amount recoverable through various recourse provisions
 
 
 
 
 
 
43,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Material liabilities for guarantees
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Potential maximum obligation
220,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total receivables under cash flow assistance programs
28,000,000 
51,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Uncollectible receivables
10,000,000 
15,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number of cases filed
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Wage and hour actions
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
12 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Loss contingency, damages
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
800,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number of plaintiffs
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
10 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Number of poultry growers
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
52 
 
20 
 
 
 
Number of defendants to the lawsuit
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Area of land encompassed, acres
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,000,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Final judgment amount
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8,655,735 
Settlement agreement, date
September 15, 2011 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Settlement agreement, expense no more than
 
 
 
12,250,000 
17,500,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
503,011 
2,892,379 
 
Settlement agreement, Process
The settlement agreement provides a process for identifying and certifying eligible class members, which includes a 75-day notice period for certain class members to become eligible for payment under the settlement. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Legal Fees
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 14,500,000 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ 3,475,422 
 
 
Commitments And Contingencies (Minimum Lease Commitments Under Non-Cancelable Leases) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Commitments And Contingencies [Abstract]
 
2012
$ 95 
2013
63 
2014
39 
2015
19 
2016
12 
2017 and beyond
54 
Total
$ 282 
Commitments And Contingencies (Future Purchase Commitments) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Commitments And Contingencies [Abstract]
 
2012
$ 886 
2013
63 
2014
18 
2015
16 
2016
15 
2017 and beyond
61 
Total
$ 1,059 
Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited) (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
3 Months Ended
Jul. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jan. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jul. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Apr. 3, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
3 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Chicken Segment [Member]
3 Months Ended
Jul. 3, 2010
Chicken Segment [Member]
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
Chicken Segment [Member]
Loss on notes repurchased
 
 
$ 34 
$ 24 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Insurance proceeds received
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
38 
 
Equity method impairment
 
 
12 
 
 
12 
 
 
 
 
Goodwill impairment
 
 
 
 
29 
560 
29 
 
29 
Reduction to income tax rate caused by adjustment to reserves for foreign uncertain tax positions
21 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gain on equity method investment
 
$ 11 
 
 
$ 11 
 
 
 
 
 
Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited) (Schedule Of Quarterly Financial Information) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, except Per Share data
3 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jul. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Apr. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jan. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jul. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Apr. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jan. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Sales
$ 8,404 
$ 8,247 
$ 8,000 
$ 7,615 
$ 7,441 
$ 7,438 
$ 6,916 
$ 6,635 
$ 32,266 
$ 28,430 
$ 26,704 
Gross profit
391 
531 
533 
744 
669 
752 
564 
529 
2,199 
2,514 
1,203 
Operating income
172 
312 
303 
498 
391 
507 
344 
314 
1,285 
1,556 
(215)
Net income
95 
188 
156 
294 
208 
242 
156 
159 
733 
765 
(551)
Net income attributable to Tyson
$ 97 
$ 196 
$ 159 
$ 298 
$ 213 
$ 248 
$ 159 
$ 160 
$ 750 
$ 780 
$ (547)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Diluted
$ 0.26 
$ 0.51 
$ 0.42 
$ 0.78 
$ 0.57 
$ 0.65 
$ 0.42 
$ 0.42 
$ 1.97 
$ 2.06 
$ (1.47)
Common Class A [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
$ 0.27 
$ 0.53 
$ 0.43 
$ 0.81 
$ 0.58 
$ 0.68 
$ 0.43 
$ 0.44 
$ 2.04 
$ 2.13 
$ (1.49)
Common Class B [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income Per Share Attributable to Tyson - Basic
$ 0.24 
$ 0.48 
$ 0.39 
$ 0.73 
$ 0.52 
$ 0.61 
$ 0.39 
$ 0.39 
$ 1.84 
$ 1.91 
$ (1.35)
Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements (Condensed Consolidating Statement Of Income) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
3 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jul. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Apr. 2, 2011
3 Months Ended
Jan. 1, 2011
3 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jul. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Apr. 3, 2010
3 Months Ended
Jan. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
$ 8,404 
$ 8,247 
$ 8,000 
$ 7,615 
$ 7,441 
$ 7,438 
$ 6,916 
$ 6,635 
$ 32,266 
$ 28,430 
$ 26,704 
Cost of Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
30,067 
25,916 
25,501 
Gross Profit (Loss)
391 
531 
533 
744 
669 
752 
564 
529 
2,199 
2,514 
1,203 
Selling, general and administrative
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
914 
929 
841 
Goodwill impairment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
29 
560 
Other charges
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
17 
Operating Income (Loss)
172 
312 
303 
498 
391 
507 
344 
314 
1,285 
1,556 
(215)
Other (Income) Expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
231 
333 
310 
Other, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(20)
20 
18 
Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total Other (Income) Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
211 
353 
328 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,074 
1,203 
(543)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
341 
438 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
733 
765 
(550)
Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
Net Income (Loss)
95 
188 
156 
294 
208 
242 
156 
159 
733 
765 
(551)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(17)
(15)
(4)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
97 
196 
159 
298 
213 
248 
159 
160 
750 
780 
(547)
TFI Parent [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
157 
454 
11 
Cost of Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
29 
16 
132 
Gross Profit (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
128 
438 
(121)
Selling, general and administrative
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
52 
93 
132 
Goodwill impairment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other charges
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
76 
345 
(253)
Other (Income) Expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(26)
328 
285 
Other, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(9)
25 
11 
Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(673)
(782)
157 
Total Other (Income) Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(708)
(429)
453 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
784 
774 
(706)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
34 
(6)
(138)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
750 
780 
(568)
Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
21 
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
750 
780 
(547)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
750 
780 
(547)
TFM Parent, Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
18,636 
15,950 
14,504 
Cost of Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
17,461 
14,867 
13,970 
Gross Profit (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,175 
1,083 
534 
Selling, general and administrative
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
215 
199 
187 
Goodwill impairment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
560 
Other charges
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
960 
884 
(213)
Other (Income) Expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
148 
13 
Other, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(3)
Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(115)
(51)
(32)
Total Other (Income) Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
33 
(48)
(22)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
927 
932 
(191)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
272 
304 
111 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
655 
628 
(302)
Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
655 
628 
(297)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
655 
628 
(297)
Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
13,159 
12,248 
12,245 
Cost of Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
12,364 
11,343 
11,526 
Gross Profit (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
795 
905 
719 
Selling, general and administrative
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
561 
550 
450 
Goodwill impairment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other charges
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
17 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
234 
355 
252 
Other (Income) Expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
117 
17 
20 
Other, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(12)
(7)
(6)
Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(59)
25 
44 
Total Other (Income) Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
46 
35 
58 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
188 
320 
194 
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
38 
116 
34 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
150 
204 
160 
Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
150 
204 
160 
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
150 
204 
160 
Eliminations, Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1,227)
(966)
(725)
Cost of Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1,226)
(966)
(725)
Gross Profit (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
Selling, general and administrative
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
Goodwill impairment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other charges
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other (Income) Expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
102 
37 
13 
Total Other (Income) Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
102 
37 
13 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(102)
(37)
(13)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(102)
(37)
(13)
Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(102)
(37)
(13)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(102)
(37)
(13)
Subtotal, Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
30,568 
27,232 
26,024 
Cost of Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
28,599 
25,244 
24,771 
Gross Profit (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,969 
1,988 
1,253 
Selling, general and administrative
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
775 
749 
637 
Goodwill impairment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
560 
Other charges
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
17 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,194 
1,239 
39 
Other (Income) Expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
265 
19 
33 
Other, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(12)
(6)
(9)
Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(72)
11 
25 
Total Other (Income) Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
181 
24 
49 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,013 
1,215 
(10)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
310 
420 
145 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
703 
795 
(155)
Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
703 
795 
(150)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
703 
795 
(150)
Non-Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,542 
1,167 
709 
Cost of Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1,440 
1,079 
638 
Gross Profit (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
102 
88 
71 
Selling, general and administrative
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
87 
87 
72 
Goodwill impairment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
29 
Other charges
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
15 
(28)
(1)
Other (Income) Expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(8)
(14)
(8)
Other, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
16 
Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(13)
(14)
(17)
Total Other (Income) Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(20)
(27)
(9)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
35 
(1)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(3)
24 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
38 
(25)
Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(27)
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
38 
(25)
(19)
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(17)
(15)
(4)
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
55 
(10)
(15)
Eliminations [Member]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
(423)
(40)
Cost of Sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(1)
(423)
(40)
Gross Profit (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Selling, general and administrative
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Goodwill impairment
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other charges
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other (Income) Expense:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other, net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Equity in net earnings of subsidiaries
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
758 
785 
(165)
Total Other (Income) Expense
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
758 
785 
(165)
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(758)
(785)
165 
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(758)
(785)
165 
Loss from Discontinued Operation, net of tax
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(758)
(785)
165 
Less: Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Tyson
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
$ (758)
$ (785)
$ 165 
Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements (Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
Oct. 1, 2011
Oct. 2, 2010
Oct. 3, 2009
Sep. 27, 2008
Assets
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 716 
$ 978 
$ 1,004 
$ 250 
Accounts receivable, net
1,321 
1,198 
 
 
Inventories
2,587 
2,274 
 
 
Other current assets
156 
168 
 
 
Total Current Assets
4,780 
4,618 
 
 
Net Property, Plant and Equipment
3,823 
3,674 
 
 
Goodwill
1,892 
1,893 
1,917 
 
Intangible Assets
149 
166 
 
 
Other Assets
427 
401 
 
 
Investment in Subsidiaries
 
 
Total Assets
11,071 
10,752 
10,595 
 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Current debt
70 
401 
 
 
Accounts payable
1,264 
1,110 
 
 
Other current liabilities
1,040 
1,034 
 
 
Total Current Liabilities
2,374 
2,545 
 
 
Long-Term Debt
2,112 
2,135 
 
 
Deferred Income Taxes
424 
321 
 
 
Other Liabilities
476 
486 
 
 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
64 
 
 
Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity
5,657 
5,166 
 
 
Noncontrolling Interest
28 
35 
 
 
Total Shareholders' Equity
5,685 
5,201 
4,431 
 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
11,071 
10,752 
 
 
TFI Parent [Member]
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
140 
Accounts receivable, net
 
 
Inventories
 
 
Other current assets
62 
43 
 
 
Total Current Assets
66 
45 
 
 
Net Property, Plant and Equipment
37 
39 
 
 
Goodwill
 
 
Intangible Assets
 
 
Other Assets
2,179 
2,804 
 
 
Investment in Subsidiaries
11,396 
10,776 
 
 
Total Assets
13,678 
13,664 
 
 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Current debt
317 
 
 
Accounts payable
16 
 
 
Other current liabilities
5,808 
6,044 
 
 
Total Current Liabilities
5,818 
6,377 
 
 
Long-Term Debt
1,972 
2,011 
 
 
Deferred Income Taxes
 
 
Other Liabilities
231 
110 
 
 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity
5,657 
5,166 
 
 
Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Shareholders' Equity
5,657 
5,166 
 
 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
13,678 
13,664 
 
 
TFM Parent, Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, net
506 
2,389 
 
 
Inventories
926 
734 
 
 
Other current assets
95 
49 
 
 
Total Current Assets
1,528 
3,174 
 
 
Net Property, Plant and Equipment
875 
870 
 
 
Goodwill
881 
880 
 
 
Intangible Assets
31 
37 
 
 
Other Assets
180 
101 
 
 
Investment in Subsidiaries
1,923 
1,785 
 
 
Total Assets
5,418 
6,847 
 
 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Current debt
 
 
Accounts payable
525 
421 
 
 
Other current liabilities
144 
168 
 
 
Total Current Liabilities
669 
589 
 
 
Long-Term Debt
1,198 
1,638 
 
 
Deferred Income Taxes
120 
105 
 
 
Other Liabilities
142 
148 
 
 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity
3,289 
4,367 
 
 
Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Shareholders' Equity
3,289 
4,367 
 
 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
5,418 
6,847 
 
 
Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
414 
731 
788 
35 
Accounts receivable, net
656 
4,670 
 
 
Inventories
1,440 
1,361 
 
 
Other current assets
102 
27 
 
 
Total Current Assets
2,612 
6,789 
 
 
Net Property, Plant and Equipment
2,369 
2,257 
 
 
Goodwill
966 
967 
 
 
Intangible Assets
49 
53 
 
 
Other Assets
147 
61 
 
 
Investment in Subsidiaries
769 
631 
 
 
Total Assets
6,912 
10,758 
 
 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Current debt
 
 
Accounts payable
648 
608 
 
 
Other current liabilities
442 
335 
 
 
Total Current Liabilities
1,090 
943 
 
 
Long-Term Debt
916 
1,228 
 
 
Deferred Income Taxes
310 
204 
 
 
Other Liabilities
191 
179 
 
 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity
4,405 
8,204 
 
 
Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Shareholders' Equity
4,405 
8,204 
 
 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
6,912 
10,758 
 
 
Eliminations, Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, net
 
 
Inventories
 
 
Other current assets
(133)
(9)
 
 
Total Current Assets
(133)
(9)
 
 
Net Property, Plant and Equipment
 
 
Goodwill
 
 
Intangible Assets
 
 
Other Assets
(15)
 
 
Investment in Subsidiaries
(1,760)
(1,607)
 
 
Total Assets
(1,908)
(1,616)
 
 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Current debt
 
 
Accounts payable
 
 
Other current liabilities
(133)
(9)
 
 
Total Current Liabilities
(133)
(9)
 
 
Long-Term Debt
 
 
Deferred Income Taxes
(15)
 
 
Other Liabilities
 
 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity
(1,760)
(1,607)
 
 
Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Shareholders' Equity
(1,760)
(1,607)
 
 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
(1,908)
(1,616)
 
 
Subtotal, Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
415 
733 
788 
35 
Accounts receivable, net
1,162 
7,059 
 
 
Inventories
2,366 
2,095 
 
 
Other current assets
64 
67 
 
 
Total Current Assets
4,007 
9,954 
 
 
Net Property, Plant and Equipment
3,244 
3,127 
 
 
Goodwill
1,847 
1,847 
 
 
Intangible Assets
80 
90 
 
 
Other Assets
312 
162 
 
 
Investment in Subsidiaries
932 
809 
 
 
Total Assets
10,422 
15,989 
 
 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Current debt
 
 
Accounts payable
1,173 
1,029 
 
 
Other current liabilities
453 
494 
 
 
Total Current Liabilities
1,626 
1,523 
 
 
Long-Term Debt
2,114 
2,866 
 
 
Deferred Income Taxes
415 
309 
 
 
Other Liabilities
333 
327 
 
 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity
5,934 
10,964 
 
 
Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Shareholders' Equity
5,934 
10,964 
 
 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
10,422 
15,989 
 
 
Non-Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
300 
243 
216 
75 
Accounts receivable, net
157 
132 
 
 
Inventories
219 
179 
 
 
Other current assets
54 
95 
 
 
Total Current Assets
730 
649 
 
 
Net Property, Plant and Equipment
542 
508 
 
 
Goodwill
45 
46 
 
 
Intangible Assets
69 
76 
 
 
Other Assets
296 
295 
 
 
Investment in Subsidiaries
319 
307 
 
 
Total Assets
2,001 
1,881 
 
 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Current debt
68 
84 
 
 
Accounts payable
83 
65 
 
 
Other current liabilities
474 
526 
 
 
Total Current Liabilities
625 
675 
 
 
Long-Term Debt
269 
118 
 
 
Deferred Income Taxes
12 
 
 
Other Liabilities
29 
49 
 
 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
64 
 
 
Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity
1,041 
928 
 
 
Noncontrolling Interest
28 
35 
 
 
Total Shareholders' Equity
1,069 
963 
 
 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
2,001 
1,881 
 
 
Eliminations [Member]
 
 
 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, net
(5,993)
 
 
Inventories
 
 
Other current assets
(24)
(37)
 
 
Total Current Assets
(23)
(6,030)
 
 
Net Property, Plant and Equipment
 
 
Goodwill
 
 
Intangible Assets
 
 
Other Assets
(2,360)
(2,860)
 
 
Investment in Subsidiaries
(12,647)
(11,892)
 
 
Total Assets
(15,030)
(20,782)
 
 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Current debt
 
 
Accounts payable
 
 
Other current liabilities
(5,695)
(6,030)
 
 
Total Current Liabilities
(5,695)
(6,030)
 
 
Long-Term Debt
(2,243)
(2,860)
 
 
Deferred Income Taxes
 
 
Other Liabilities
(117)
 
 
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Tyson Shareholders' Equity
(6,975)
(11,892)
 
 
Noncontrolling Interest
 
 
Total Shareholders' Equity
(6,975)
(11,892)
 
 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
$ (15,030)
$ (20,782)
 
 
Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements (Condensed Consolidating Statement Of Cash Flows) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities
$ 1,046 
$ 1,432 
$ 960 
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
 
 
 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
(643)
(550)
(368)
Proceeds from sale (purchases) of marketable securities, net
(80)
(4)
19 
Proceeds from notes receivable
51 
Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation
75 
Change in restricted cash to be used for investing activities
43 
(43)
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
(93)
Other, net
28 
11 
(17)
Cash Used for Investing Activities
(644)
(500)
(427)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
 
 
 
Net change in debt
(385)
(1,034)
487 
Debt issuance costs
(9)
(59)
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest
(66)
Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock
(207)
(48)
(19)
Dividends
(59)
(59)
(60)
Change in restricted cash-financing
140 
(140)
Other, net
68 
42 
Net change in intercompany balances
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities
(658)
(959)
215 
Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash
(6)
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
(262)
(26)
754 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year
978 
1,004 
250 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year
716 
978 
1,004 
TFI Parent [Member]
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities
31 
386 
(617)
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
 
 
 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
(1)
(3)
Proceeds from sale (purchases) of marketable securities, net
Proceeds from notes receivable
Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation
Change in restricted cash to be used for investing activities
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
Other, net
23 
(1)
(37)
Cash Used for Investing Activities
22 
(4)
(37)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
 
 
 
Net change in debt
(391)
(874)
545 
Debt issuance costs
(9)
(58)
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest
Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock
(207)
(48)
(19)
Dividends
(59)
(59)
(60)
Change in restricted cash-financing
Other, net
58 
32 
Net change in intercompany balances
554 
569 
106 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities
(54)
(380)
514 
Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
(1)
(140)
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year
140 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year
TFM Parent, Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities
564 
499 
507 
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
 
 
 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
(107)
(85)
(56)
Proceeds from sale (purchases) of marketable securities, net
(57)
Proceeds from notes receivable
Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation
Change in restricted cash to be used for investing activities
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
Other, net
(1)
Cash Used for Investing Activities
(164)
(86)
(55)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
 
 
 
Net change in debt
(6)
(149)
(94)
Debt issuance costs
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest
Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock
Dividends
Change in restricted cash-financing
Other, net
Net change in intercompany balances
(395)
(262)
(358)
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities
(401)
(411)
(452)
Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
(1)
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year
Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities
468 
462 
982 
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
 
 
 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
(443)
(323)
(211)
Proceeds from sale (purchases) of marketable securities, net
(21)
Proceeds from notes receivable
Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation
Change in restricted cash to be used for investing activities
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
(13)
Other, net
15 
12 
Cash Used for Investing Activities
(456)
(308)
(212)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
 
 
 
Net change in debt
Debt issuance costs
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest
Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock
Dividends
Change in restricted cash-financing
140 
(140)
Other, net
Net change in intercompany balances
(329)
(351)
123 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities
(329)
(211)
(17)
Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
(317)
(57)
753 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year
731 
788 
35 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year
414 
731 
788 
Eliminations, Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
 
 
 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
Proceeds from sale (purchases) of marketable securities, net
Proceeds from notes receivable
Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation
Change in restricted cash to be used for investing activities
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
Other, net
Cash Used for Investing Activities
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
 
 
 
Net change in debt
Debt issuance costs
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest
Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock
Dividends
Change in restricted cash-financing
Other, net
Net change in intercompany balances
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities
Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year
Subtotal, Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities
1,032 
961 
1,489 
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
 
 
 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
(550)
(408)
(267)
Proceeds from sale (purchases) of marketable securities, net
(78)
Proceeds from notes receivable
Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation
Change in restricted cash to be used for investing activities
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
(13)
Other, net
14 
13 
Cash Used for Investing Activities
(620)
(394)
(267)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
 
 
 
Net change in debt
(6)
(149)
(94)
Debt issuance costs
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest
Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock
Dividends
Change in restricted cash-financing
140 
(140)
Other, net
Net change in intercompany balances
(724)
(613)
(235)
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities
(730)
(622)
(469)
Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
(318)
(55)
753 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year
733 
788 
35 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year
415 
733 
788 
Non-Guarantors [Member]
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities
85 
113 
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
 
 
 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
(92)
(139)
(101)
Proceeds from sale (purchases) of marketable securities, net
(2)
(4)
19 
Proceeds from notes receivable
51 
Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation
75 
Change in restricted cash to be used for investing activities
43 
(43)
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
(80)
Other, net
(3)
(2)
Cash Used for Investing Activities
(46)
(102)
(123)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
 
 
 
Net change in debt
12 
(11)
36 
Debt issuance costs
(1)
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest
(66)
Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock
Dividends
(20)
(25)
Change in restricted cash-financing
Other, net
10 
10 
Net change in intercompany balances
170 
44 
129 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities
106 
43 
145 
Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash
(6)
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
57 
27 
141 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year
243 
216 
75 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year
300 
243 
216 
Eliminations [Member]
 
 
 
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]
 
 
 
Cash Provided by (Used for) Operating Activities
(20)
(25)
Cash Flows From Investing Activities:
 
 
 
Additions to property, plant and equipment
Proceeds from sale (purchases) of marketable securities, net
Proceeds from notes receivable
Proceeds from sale of discontinued operation
Change in restricted cash to be used for investing activities
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
Other, net
Cash Used for Investing Activities
Cash Flows From Financing Activities:
 
 
 
Net change in debt
Debt issuance costs
Purchase of redeemable noncontrolling interest
Purchases of Tyson Class A common stock
Dividends
20 
25 
Change in restricted cash-financing
Other, net
Net change in intercompany balances
Cash Provided by (Used for) Financing Activities
20 
25 
Effect of Exchange Rate Change on Cash
Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Year
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Year
$ 0 
$ 0 
$ 0 
Valuation And Qualifying Accounts (Schedule Of Valuation And Qualifying Accounts) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions
12 Months Ended
Oct. 1, 2011
12 Months Ended
Oct. 2, 2010
12 Months Ended
Oct. 3, 2009
Inventory Valuation Reserve [Member]
 
 
 
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Balance at Beginning of Period
$ 2 
$ 22 
$ 13 
Charged to Costs and Expenses
12 
57 
Charged to Other Accounts
(Deductions)
(8)
(27)
(48)
Balance at End of Period
22 
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts [Member]
 
 
 
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Line Items]
 
 
 
Balance at Beginning of Period
32 
33 
12 
Charged to Costs and Expenses
22 
Charged to Other Accounts
(Deductions)
(4)
(1)
(1)
Balance at End of Period
$ 31 
$ 32 
$ 33