Acquisition - Schedule of Supplemental Pro Forma Revenue and Net Earnings of The Combined Entity Had The Acquisition Date (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
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Jul. 12, 2025 |
Jul. 13, 2024 |
Jul. 12, 2025 |
Jul. 13, 2024 |
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| Net sales | $ 1,242,835 | $ 1,282,398 | $ 2,832,952 | $ 2,912,401 |
| Net income attributable to Flowers Foods | $ 60,746 | $ 59,503 | $ 119,457 | $ 111,529 |
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- Definition Amount of pro forma revenue of combined entity as if acquisition date of business combination occurred as of beginning of period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/exampleRef
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