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End date of current fiscal year in the format --MM-DD. No definition available.
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The end date of the period reflected on the cover page if a periodic report. For all other reports and registration statements containing historical data, it is the date up through which that historical data is presented. If there is no historical data in the report, use the filing date. The format of the date is CCYY-MM-DD. No definition available.
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The type of document being provided (such as 10-K, 10-Q, 485BPOS, etc). The document type is limited to the same value as the supporting SEC submission type, or the word "Other". No definition available.
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Indicate number of shares or other units outstanding of each of registrant's classes of capital or common stock or other ownership interests, if and as stated on cover of related periodic report. Where multiple classes or units exist define each class/interest by adding class of stock items such as Common Class A [Member], Common Class B [Member] or Partnership Interest [Member] onto the Instrument [Domain] of the Entity Listings, Instrument. No definition available.
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Indicate "Yes" or "No" whether registrants (1) have filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that registrants were required to file such reports), and (2) have been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. This information should be based on the registrant's current or most recent filing containing the related disclosure. No definition available.
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Indicate whether the registrant is one of the following: (1) Large Accelerated Filer, (2) Accelerated Filer, (3) Non-accelerated Filer, (4) Smaller Reporting Company (Non-accelerated) or (5) Smaller Reporting Accelerated Filer. Definitions of these categories are stated in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. This information should be based on the registrant's current or most recent filing containing the related disclosure. No definition available.
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The exact name of the entity filing the report as specified in its charter, which is required by forms filed with the SEC. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Indicate "Yes" or "No" if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. No definition available.
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Indicate "Yes" or "No" if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Is used on Form Type: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 20-F, 6-K, 10-K/A, 10-Q/A, 20-F/A, 6-K/A, N-CSR, N-Q, N-1A. No definition available.
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Trading symbol of an instrument as listed on an exchange. No definition available.
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of liabilities incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received that are used in an entity's business. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Accumulated change in equity from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources, net of tax effect, at period end. Excludes Net Income (Loss), and accumulated changes in equity from transactions resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners. Includes foreign currency translation items, certain pension adjustments, unrealized gains and losses on certain investments in debt and equity securities, other than temporary impairment (OTTI) losses related to factors other than credit losses on available-for-sale and held-to-maturity debt securities that an entity does not intend to sell and it is not more likely than not that the entity will be required to sell before recovery of the amortized cost basis, as well as changes in the fair value of derivatives related to the effective portion of a designated cash flow hedge. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Value received from shareholders in common stock-related transactions that are in excess of par value or stated value and amounts received from other stock-related transactions. Includes only common stock transactions (excludes preferred stock transactions). May be called contributed capital, capital in excess of par, capital surplus, or paid-in capital. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are expected to be realized in cash, sold, or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Excludes cash and cash equivalents within disposal group and discontinued operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Also includes short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Excludes cash and cash equivalents within disposal group and discontinued operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Represents the caption on the face of the balance sheet to indicate that the entity has entered into (1) purchase or supply arrangements that will require expending a portion of its resources to meet the terms thereof, and (2) is exposed to potential losses or, less frequently, gains, arising from (a) possible claims against a company's resources due to future performance under contract terms, and (b) possible losses or likely gains from uncertainties that will ultimately be resolved when one or more future events that are deemed likely to occur do occur or fail to occur. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate par or stated value of issued nonredeemable common stock (or common stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer). This item includes treasury stock repurchased by the entity. Note: elements for number of nonredeemable common shares, par value and other disclosure concepts are in another section within stockholders' equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of the general partner's ownership interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date, which is the cumulative amount paid and (if applicable) the fair value of any noncontrolling interest in the acquiree, adjusted for any amortization recognized prior to the adoption of any changes in generally accepted accounting principles (as applicable) and for any impairment charges, in excess of the fair value of net assets acquired in one or more business combination transactions. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts of all intangible assets, excluding goodwill, as of the balance sheet date, net of accumulated amortization and impairment charges. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount (lower of cost or market) as of the balance sheet date of inventories less all valuation and other allowances. Excludes noncurrent inventory balances (expected to remain on hand past one year or one operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity items (or Partners' Capital, as applicable), including the portion of equity attributable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total obligations incurred as part of normal operations that are expected to be paid during the following twelve months or within one business cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of the limited partners' ownership interests. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount of long-term debt, net of unamortized discount or premium, excluding amounts to be repaid within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer (current maturities). Includes, but not limited to, notes payable, bonds payable, debentures, mortgage loans and commercial paper. Excludes capital lease obligations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount of the equity interests owned by noncontrolling partners of a limited partnership included in the entity's consolidated financial statements. No definition available.
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Sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of the portions of long-term notes payable due within one year or the operating cycle if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent assets are expected to be realized or consumed after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount of current liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer) not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Includes costs that are statutory in nature, are incurred on contractual obligations, or accumulate over time and for which invoices have not yet been received or will not be rendered and of liabilities not separately disclosed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent obligations not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent liabilities are expected to be paid after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of ownership interest of different classes of partners in limited partnership. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of partners' capital (deficit), including portions attributable to both the parent and noncontrolling interests. Excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The total of the amounts paid in advance for capitalized costs that will be expensed with the passage of time or the occurrence of a triggering event, and will be charged against earnings within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer, and the aggregate carrying amount of current assets, as of the balance sheet date, not separately presented elsewhere in the balance sheet. Current assets are expected to be realized or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount, net of accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization, of long-lived physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, furniture and fixtures, and computer equipment. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The total amount due to the entity within one year of the balance sheet date (or one operating cycle, if longer) from outside sources, including trade accounts receivable, notes and loans receivable, as well as any other types of receivables, net of allowances established for the purpose of reducing such receivables to an amount that approximates their net realizable value. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cumulative amount of the reporting entity's undistributed earnings or deficit. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Reflects the total carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of debt having initial terms less than one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all stockholders' equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors, owners, and affiliates of the entity which are attributable to the parent. The amount of the economic entity's stockholders' equity attributable to the parent excludes the amount of stockholders' equity which is allocable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent (noncontrolling interest, minority interest). This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $)
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified |
Jan. 31, 2013
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Jul. 31, 2012
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| Accounts receivable pledged as collateral | $ 224,428 | $ 121,812 |
| Accumulated depreciation | 608,343 | 597,177 |
| Accumulated amortization | 335,627 | 324,893 |
| Common unitholders, units outstanding | 79,015,619 | 79,006,619 |
| General partner unitholder, units outstanding | 798,138 | 798,047 |
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Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp. [Member]
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| Common stock, par value | $ 1.00 | $ 1.00 |
| Common stock, shares authorized | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Common stock, shares issued | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Common stock, shares outstanding | 1,000 | 1,000 |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Accounts receivable pledged as collateral | 224,428 | 121,812 |
| Accumulated depreciation | 608,343 | 597,177 |
| Accumulated amortization | $ 335,627 | $ 324,893 |
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Ferrellgas Finance Corp. [Member]
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| Common stock, par value | $ 1.00 | $ 1.00 |
| Common stock, shares authorized | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Common stock, shares issued | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Common stock, shares outstanding | 1,000 | 1,000 |
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The cumulative amount of depreciation, depletion and amortization (related to property, plant and equipment, but not including land) that has been recognized in the income statement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Face amount or stated value of common stock per share; generally not indicative of the fair market value per share. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The maximum number of common shares permitted to be issued by an entity's charter and bylaws. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total number of common shares of an entity that have been sold or granted to shareholders (includes common shares that were issued, repurchased and remain in the treasury). These shares represent capital invested by the firm's shareholders and owners, and may be all or only a portion of the number of shares authorized. Shares issued include shares outstanding and shares held in the treasury. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares of common stock outstanding. Common stock represent the ownership interest in a corporation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Accumulated amount of amortization of assets, excluding financial assets and goodwill, lacking physical substance with a finite life. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The number of general partner units outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The number of limited partner units outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The fair value, as of the date of each statement of financial position presented, of finance receivables which are owned but transferred to serve as collateral for the payment of the related debt obligation, and that are reclassified and separately reported in the statement of financial position. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Earnings (USD $)
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Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
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Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
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| Revenues: | ||||
| Propane and other gas liquids sales | $ 583,074,000 | $ 779,567,000 | $ 918,355,000 | $ 1,293,786,000 |
| Other | 75,791,000 | 49,705,000 | 103,419,000 | 73,912,000 |
| Total revenues | 658,865,000 | 829,272,000 | 1,021,774,000 | 1,367,698,000 |
| Costs and expenses: | ||||
| Cost of product sold - propane and other gas liquids sales | 376,236,000 | 600,600,000 | 589,893,000 | 1,003,722,000 |
| Cost of product sold - other | 47,437,000 | 24,468,000 | 56,634,000 | 31,094,000 |
| Operating expense | 106,192,000 | 104,414,000 | 203,337,000 | 204,992,000 |
| Depreciation and amortization expense | 20,751,000 | 21,042,000 | 41,626,000 | 41,716,000 |
| General and administrative expense | 12,717,000 | 11,236,000 | 23,872,000 | 22,350,000 |
| Equipment lease expense | 3,827,000 | 3,528,000 | 7,750,000 | 7,057,000 |
| Non-cash employee stock ownership plan compensation charge | 7,447,000 | 1,937,000 | 9,849,000 | 4,516,000 |
| Loss on disposal of assets and other | 2,120,000 | 523,000 | 2,391,000 | 832,000 |
| Operating income | 82,138,000 | 61,524,000 | 86,422,000 | 51,419,000 |
| Interest expense | (22,619,000) | (24,046,000) | (45,054,000) | (47,433,000) |
| Other income, net | 241,000 | 80,000 | 332,000 | 47,000 |
| Earnings before income taxes | 59,760,000 | 37,558,000 | 41,700,000 | 4,033,000 |
| Income tax expense | 917,000 | 771,000 | 653,000 | 141,000 |
| Net earnings (loss) | 58,843,000 | 36,787,000 | 41,047,000 | 3,892,000 |
| Net earnings attributable to noncontrolling interest | 636,000 | 413,000 | 498,000 | 122,000 |
| Net earnings attributable to Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. | 58,207,000 | 36,374,000 | 40,549,000 | 3,770,000 |
| Less: General partner's interest in net earnings | 3,138,000 | 364,000 | 405,000 | 38,000 |
| Common unitholders' interest in net earnings | 55,069,000 | 36,010,000 | 40,144,000 | 3,732,000 |
| Basic and diluted net earnings per common unitholders' interest | $ 0.70 | $ 0.47 | $ 0.51 | $ 0.05 |
| Cash distributions declared per common unit | $ 0.50 | $ 0.50 | $ 1.00 | $ 1.00 |
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Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp. [Member]
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| Costs and expenses: | ||||
| General and administrative expense | 215 | 125 | 215 | 175 |
| Net earnings (loss) | (215) | (125) | (215) | (175) |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Revenues: | ||||
| Propane and other gas liquids sales | 583,074,000 | 779,567,000 | 918,355,000 | 1,293,786,000 |
| Other | 75,791,000 | 49,705,000 | 103,419,000 | 73,912,000 |
| Total revenues | 658,865,000 | 829,272,000 | 1,021,774,000 | 1,367,698,000 |
| Costs and expenses: | ||||
| Cost of product sold - propane and other gas liquids sales | 376,236,000 | 600,600,000 | 589,893,000 | 1,003,722,000 |
| Cost of product sold - other | 47,437,000 | 24,468,000 | 56,634,000 | 31,094,000 |
| Operating expense | 106,125,000 | 104,347,000 | 203,207,000 | 204,863,000 |
| Depreciation and amortization expense | 20,751,000 | 21,042,000 | 41,626,000 | 41,716,000 |
| General and administrative expense | 12,717,000 | 11,236,000 | 23,872,000 | 22,350,000 |
| Equipment lease expense | 3,827,000 | 3,528,000 | 7,750,000 | 7,057,000 |
| Non-cash employee stock ownership plan compensation charge | 7,447,000 | 1,937,000 | 9,849,000 | 4,516,000 |
| Loss on disposal of assets and other | 2,120,000 | 523,000 | 2,391,000 | 832,000 |
| Operating income | 82,205,000 | 61,591,000 | 86,552,000 | 51,548,000 |
| Interest expense | (18,576,000) | (20,016,000) | (36,970,000) | (39,373,000) |
| Other income, net | 241,000 | 80,000 | 332,000 | 47,000 |
| Earnings before income taxes | 63,870,000 | 41,655,000 | 49,914,000 | 12,222,000 |
| Income tax expense | 917,000 | 771,000 | 653,000 | 140,000 |
| Net earnings (loss) | 62,953,000 | 40,884,000 | 49,261,000 | 12,082,000 |
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Ferrellgas Finance Corp. [Member]
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| Costs and expenses: | ||||
| General and administrative expense | 3,175 | 1,665 | 4,675 | 3,165 |
| Net earnings (loss) | $ (3,175) | $ (1,665) | $ (4,675) | $ (3,165) |
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Aggregate dividends declared during the period for each share of common stock outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate expense recognized in the current period that allocates the cost of tangible assets, intangible assets, or depleting assets to periods that benefit from use of the assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of plan compensation cost recognized during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The gains (losses) included in earnings resulting from the sale or disposal of tangible assets. This item does not include any gain (loss) recognized on the sale of oil and gas property or timber property. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate total of expenses of managing and administering the affairs of an entity, including affiliates of the reporting entity, which are not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of operating profit and nonoperating income or expense before Income or Loss from equity method investments, income taxes, extraordinary items, and noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The sum of the current income tax expense or benefit and the deferred income tax expense or benefit pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Interest and debt related expenses associated with nonoperating financing activities of the entity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Rental expense incurred for leased assets including furniture and equipment which has not been recognized in costs and expenses applicable to sales and revenues; for example, cost of goods sold or other operating costs and expenses. No definition available.
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate amount of net income allocated to general partners. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate amount of net income allocated to limited partners. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of Net Income (Loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income or loss for the period per each limited partnership and general partnership unit in instances when basic and diluted earnings per unit are the same amount and aggregated on the face of the financial statements. Basic earnings per unit is the amount of net income or loss for the period per unit outstanding during the reporting period. Diluted earnings per unit includes the amount of net income or loss for the period available to each limited and general partnership unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of units for all dilutive potential units outstanding during the reporting period. No definition available.
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The aggregate amount of income or expense from ancillary business-related activities (that is to say, excluding major activities considered part of the normal operations of the business). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net result for the period of deducting operating expenses from operating revenues. No definition available.
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The total amount of other operating cost and expense items that are associated with the entity's normal revenue producing operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Other costs incurred during the reporting period related to other revenue generating activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Revenues from the sale of other goods or rendering of other services, not elsewhere specified in the taxonomy; net of (reduced by) sales adjustments, returns, allowances, and discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The consolidated profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, including the portion attributable to the noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Cost incurred related to propane gas during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Revenue from sale of propane gas, a product derived from other petroleum products during oil or natural gas processing. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Earnings (Parenthetical) (USD $)
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| Non-cash stock and unit-based compensation | $ 0.6 | $ 0.7 | $ 1.3 | $ 1.8 |
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| Non-cash stock and unit-based compensation | 2.5 | 0.9 | 4.9 | 2.6 |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member] | Operating Expense [Member]
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| Non-cash stock and unit-based compensation | 0.6 | 0.7 | 1.3 | 1.8 |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member] | General And Administrative Expense [Member]
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| Non-cash stock and unit-based compensation | $ 2.5 | $ 0.9 | $ 4.9 | $ 2.6 |
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Represents the expense recognized during the period arising from equity-based compensation arrangements (for example, shares of stock, unit, stock options or other equity instruments) with employees, directors and certain consultants qualifying for treatment as employees. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $)
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Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
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Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
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| Net earnings (loss) | $ 58,843,000 | $ 36,787,000 | $ 41,047,000 | $ 3,892,000 |
| Other comprehensive income (loss): | ||||
| Change in value on risk management derivatives | (6,205,000) | (1,347,000) | 71,000 | (3,875,000) |
| Reclassification of gains and losses of derivatives to earnings | 4,434,000 | (834,000) | 8,625,000 | (2,713,000) |
| Foreign currency translation adjustment | 1,000 | (2,000) | 3,000 | 0 |
| Other comprehensive income (loss) | (1,770,000) | (2,183,000) | 8,699,000 | (6,588,000) |
| Comprehensive income (loss) | 57,073,000 | 34,604,000 | 49,746,000 | (2,696,000) |
| Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interest | 618,000 | 392,000 | 585,000 | 56,000 |
| Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Ferrellgas Partners, LP | 56,455,000 | 34,212,000 | 49,161,000 | (2,752,000) |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Net earnings (loss) | 62,953,000 | 40,884,000 | 49,261,000 | 12,082,000 |
| Other comprehensive income (loss): | ||||
| Change in value on risk management derivatives | (6,205,000) | (1,347,000) | 71,000 | (3,875,000) |
| Reclassification of gains and losses of derivatives to earnings | 4,434,000 | (834,000) | 8,625,000 | (2,713,000) |
| Foreign currency translation adjustment | 1,000 | (2,000) | 3,000 | 0 |
| Other comprehensive income (loss) | (1,770,000) | (2,183,000) | 8,699,000 | (6,588,000) |
| Comprehensive income (loss) | $ 61,183,000 | $ 38,701,000 | $ 57,960,000 | $ 5,494,000 |
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The change in equity [net assets] of a business enterprise during a period from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources which are attributable to the reporting entity. It includes all changes in equity during a period except those resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners, but excludes any and all transactions which are directly or indirectly attributable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The change in equity [net assets] of a business enterprise during a period from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources which are attributable to noncontrolling interests. It includes all changes in equity during a period except those resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners, which are directly or indirectly attributable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The change in equity [net assets] of a business enterprise during a period from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources which are attributable to the economic entity, including both controlling (parent) and noncontrolling interests. It includes all changes in equity during a period except those resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners, including any and all transactions which are directly or indirectly attributable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Net of tax and reclassification adjustments of the change in the balance sheet adjustment that results from the process of translating subsidiary financial statements and foreign equity investments into the reporting currency of the reporting entity. Also includes the following: gain (loss) on foreign currency forward exchange contracts; foreign currency transactions designated as hedges of net investment in a foreign entity and intercompany foreign currency transactions that are of a long-term nature, when the entities to the transaction are consolidated, combined, or accounted for by the equity method in the reporting enterprise's financial statements; and gain (loss) on a derivative instrument or nonderivative financial instrument that may give rise to a foreign currency transaction gain (loss) that has been designated and qualified as a hedging instrument for hedging of the foreign currency exposure of a net investment in a foreign operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Net of tax amount of other comprehensive income (loss) attributable to both parent entity and noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Net of tax amount of the income statement impact of the reclassification adjustment of accumulated gain (loss) from derivative instruments designated and qualifying as the effective portion of cash flow hedges realized in net income. Also includes reclassification adjustments of an entity's share of an equity investee's deferred hedging gain (loss) realized in net income. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Net of tax amount, before reclassification adjustments, of the change in accumulated gain (loss) from derivative instruments designated and qualifying as the effective portion of cash flow hedges. Also includes an entity's share of an equity investee's increase (decrease) in deferred hedging gain (loss). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The consolidated profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, including the portion attributable to the noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Condensed Consolidated Statements Of Partners' Capital (USD $)
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Total
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
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Ferrellgas Partners', L.P. partners' capital (deficit) [Member]
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Non-controlling interest [Member]
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Common unitholders [Member]
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General Partner [Member]
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
Common unitholders [Member]
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
General Partner [Member]
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| Partners' capital - value at Jul. 31, 2012 | $ (27,526,000) | $ (13,159,000) | $ (29,088,000) | $ 1,562,000 | $ 43,701,000 | $ (59,630,000) | $ 153,140,000 | $ (13,280,000) | $ 164,737,000 | $ 1,683,000 |
| Partners' capital - shares at Jul. 31, 2012 | 79,006,600 | 798,000 | ||||||||
| Contributions in connection with ESOP and stock and unit-based compensation charges | 16,061,000 | 15,898,000 | 163,000 | 15,739,000 | 159,000 | 16,061,000 | 15,898,000 | 163,000 | ||
| Distributions | (80,708,000) | (79,814,000) | (894,000) | (79,016,000) | (798,000) | (88,557,000) | (87,663,000) | (894,000) | ||
| Common unit options issued - value | 106,000 | 106,000 | 0 | 105,000 | 1,000 | |||||
| Common unit options issued - shares | 9,000 | 100 | ||||||||
| Comprehensive income (loss): | ||||||||||
| Net earnings (loss) | 41,047,000 | 40,549,000 | 498,000 | 40,144,000 | 405,000 | 49,261,000 | 48,763,000 | 498,000 | ||
| Other comprehensive income (loss) | 8,699,000 | 8,612,000 | 8,612,000 | 87,000 | 8,699,000 | 8,699,000 | ||||
| Comprehensive income (loss) | 49,746,000 | 49,161,000 | 585,000 | 57,960,000 | ||||||
| Partners' capital - value at Jan. 31, 2013 | (42,321,000) | (4,547,000) | (43,737,000) | 1,416,000 | 20,673,000 | (59,863,000) | 138,604,000 | (4,581,000) | 141,735,000 | 1,450,000 |
| Partners' capital - shares at Jan. 31, 2013 | 79,015,600 | 798,100 | ||||||||
| Partners' capital - value at Oct. 31, 2012 | ||||||||||
| Distributions | (48,243,000) | |||||||||
| Comprehensive income (loss): | ||||||||||
| Net earnings (loss) | 58,843,000 | 62,953,000 | ||||||||
| Other comprehensive income (loss) | (1,770,000) | (1,770,000) | ||||||||
| Comprehensive income (loss) | 57,073,000 | 61,183,000 | ||||||||
| Partners' capital - value at Jan. 31, 2013 | $ (42,321,000) | $ 138,604,000 |
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Contributions in connection with ESOP and stock-based compensation charges No definition available.
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The change in equity [net assets] of a business enterprise during a period from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources which are attributable to the economic entity, including both controlling (parent) and noncontrolling interests. It includes all changes in equity during a period except those resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners, including any and all transactions which are directly or indirectly attributable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Net of tax amount of other comprehensive income (loss) attributable to both parent entity and noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total distributions to each class of partners (i.e., general, limited and preferred partners). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total change in each class of partners' capital accounts during the year due to unit-based compensation. All partners include general, limited and preferred partners. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The number of each class of partnership units outstanding at the balance sheet date. Units represent shares of ownership of the general, limited, and preferred partners. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The number of units issued due to unit-based compensation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of partners' capital (deficit), including portions attributable to both the parent and noncontrolling interests. Excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The consolidated profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, including the portion attributable to the noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Excludes cash and cash equivalents within disposal group and discontinued operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Also includes short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Excludes cash and cash equivalents within disposal group and discontinued operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents are the amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Also includes short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Excludes cash and cash equivalents within disposal group and discontinued operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The component of income tax expense for the period representing the increase (decrease) in the entity's deferred tax assets and liabilities pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate expense recognized in the current period that allocates the cost of tangible assets, intangible assets, or depleting assets to periods that benefit from use of the assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The effect of exchange rate changes on cash balances held in foreign currencies. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of plan compensation cost recognized during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The net gain (loss) resulting from the sale, transfer, termination, or other disposition of assets during the period, excluding transactions involving capital leases, assets-held- or available-for-lease, and other real estate owned which, to the extent appropriate, are included in gains (losses) on the disposition of assets in nonoperating income (expense). No definition available.
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- Definition
The increase (decrease) during the reporting period of the sum of amounts due within one year (or one business cycle) from customers for the credit sale of goods and services; and from note holders for outstanding loans. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the aggregate amount of liabilities incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received that are used in an entity's business. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in interest payable, which represents the amount owed to note holders, bond holders, and other parties for interest earned on loans or credit extended to the reporting entity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the aggregate value of all inventory held by the reporting entity, associated with underlying transactions that are classified as operating activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in other obligations or expenses incurred but not yet paid. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in other obligations not otherwise defined in the taxonomy where the payments will be made in future periods. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the value of prepaid expenses and other assets not separately disclosed in the statement of cash flows, for example, deferred expenses, intangible assets, or income taxes. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash inflow or outflow from financing activity for the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash inflow or outflow from investing activity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash from (used in) all of the entity's operating activities, including those of discontinued operations, of the reporting entity. Operating activities generally involve producing and delivering goods and providing services. Operating activity cash flows include transactions, adjustments, and changes in value that are not defined as investing or financing activities. While for technical reasons this element has no balance attribute, the default assumption is a debit balance consistent with its label. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Other income (expense) included in net income that results in no cash inflows or outflows in the period. Includes noncash adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to cash provided by (used in) operating activities that are not separately disclosed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Cash outflow to owners or shareholders, excluding ordinary dividends. Includes special dividends. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow for loan and debt issuance costs. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow associated with the acquisition of a business, net of the cash acquired from the purchase. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow for purchases of and capital improvements on property, plant and equipment (capital expenditures), software, and other intangible assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow to return capital to noncontrolled interest, which generally occurs when noncontrolling shareholders reduce their ownership stake (in a subsidiary of the entity). This element does not include dividends paid to noncontrolling shareholders. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow associated with the amount received by a corporation from a shareholder during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from the additional capital contribution to the entity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from a debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from a borrowing not otherwise defined in the taxonomy having initial term of repayment within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from the capital received in cash from a partner in a partnership during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash inflow or outflow for borrowing having initial term of repayment within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from the sale of property, plant and equipment (capital expenditures), software, and other intangible assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The cash inflow associated with the amount received from holders exercising their stock options. This item inherently excludes any excess tax benefit, which the entity may have realized and reported separately. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The consolidated profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, including the portion attributable to the noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of the current period expense charged against operations, the offset which is generally to the allowance for doubtful accounts for the purpose of reducing receivables, including notes receivable, to an amount that approximates their net realizable value (the amount expected to be collected). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow for debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of noncash, equity-based employee remuneration. This may include the value of stock or unit options, amortization of restricted stock or units, and adjustment for officers' compensation. As noncash, this element is an add back when calculating net cash generated by operating activities using the indirect method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Partnership Organization And Formation
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6 Months Ended |
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Jan. 31, 2013
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| Partnership Organization And Formation | A. Partnership organization and formation Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (“Ferrellgas Partners”) is a publicly traded limited partnership, owning an approximate 99% limited partner interest in Ferrellgas, L.P. (the "operating partnership"). Ferrellgas Partners and the operating partnership, collectively referred to as “Ferrellgas,” are both Delaware limited partnerships and are governed by their respective partnership agreements. Ferrellgas Partners was formed to acquire and hold a limited partner interest in the operating partnership. As of January 31, 2013, Ferrell Companies beneficially owns 21.7 million, or 27%, of Ferrellgas Partners’ outstanding common units. Ferrellgas, Inc. (the “general partner”) has retained a 1% general partner interest in Ferrellgas Partners and also holds an approximate 1% general partner interest in the operating partnership, representing an effective 2% general partner interest in Ferrellgas on a combined basis. The general partner performs all management functions required by Ferrellgas. Ferrellgas Partners is a holding entity that conducts no operations and has two subsidiaries, Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp. and the operating partnership. Ferrellgas Partners owns a 100% equity interest in Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp., whose only business activity is to act as the co-issuer and co-obligor of any debt issued by Ferrellgas Partners. The operating partnership is the only operating subsidiary of Ferrellgas Partners. Ferrellgas is a single reportable operating segment. The operating partnership is engaged primarily in the distribution of propane and related equipment and supplies in the United States. The propane distribution market is seasonal because propane is used primarily for heating in residential and commercial buildings. Therefore, the results of operations for the six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for a full fiscal year. The operating partnership serves residential, industrial/commercial, portable tank exchange, agricultural, wholesale and other customers in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. The condensed consolidated financial statements of Ferrellgas reflect all adjustments that are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair presentation of the interim periods presented. All adjustments to the condensed consolidated financial statements were of a normal, recurring nature. The information included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q should be read in conjunction with (i) the section entitled “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and (ii) the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes, each as set forth in Ferrellgas’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal 2012. |
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Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp. [Member]
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| Partnership Organization And Formation | A. Formation Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp. (the “Finance Corp.”), a Delaware corporation, was formed on March 28, 1996 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (the “Partnership”). The condensed financial statements reflect all adjustments that are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair statement of the interim periods presented. All adjustments to the condensed financial statements were of a normal, recurring nature. The Finance Corp. has nominal assets, does not conduct any operations and has no employees. |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Partnership Organization And Formation | A. Partnership organization and formation Ferrellgas, L.P. is a limited partnership that owns and operates propane distribution and related assets. Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (“Ferrellgas Partners”), a publicly traded limited partnership, holds an approximate 99% limited partner interest in, and consolidates, Ferrellgas, L.P. Ferrellgas, Inc. (the “general partner”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ferrell Companies, Inc. (“Ferrell Companies”), holds an approximate 1% general partner interest in Ferrellgas, L.P. and performs all management functions required by Ferrellgas, L.P. Ferrellgas, L.P. owns a 100% equity interest in Ferrellgas Finance Corp., whose only business activity is to act as the co-issuer and co-obligor of any debt issued by Ferrellgas, L.P. Ferrellgas, L.P. is engaged primarily in the distribution of propane and related equipment and supplies in the United States. The propane distribution market is seasonal because propane is used primarily for heating in residential and commercial buildings. Therefore, the results of operations for the six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for a full fiscal year. Ferrellgas, L.P. serves residential, industrial/commercial, portable tank exchange, agricultural, wholesale and other customers in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. The condensed consolidated financial statements of Ferrellgas, L.P. and subsidiaries reflect all adjustments that are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair presentation of the interim periods presented. All adjustments to the condensed consolidated financial statements were of a normal, recurring nature. The information included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q should be read in conjunction with (i) the section entitled “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and (ii) the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes, each as set forth in Ferrellgas, L.P.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal 2012. |
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Ferrellgas Finance Corp. [Member]
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| Partnership Organization And Formation | A. Formation Ferrellgas Finance Corp. (the “Finance Corp.”), a Delaware corporation, was formed on January 16, 2003 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ferrellgas, L.P. (the “Partnership”). The condensed financial statements reflect all adjustments that are, in the opinion of management, necessary for a fair statement of the interim periods presented. All adjustments to the condensed financial statements were of a normal, recurring nature. The Finance Corp. has nominal assets, does not conduct any operations and has no employees. |
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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies
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(3) New accounting standards: FASB Accounting Standard Update No. 2011-08 In September 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued ASU 2011-08, which amends the existing guidance on goodwill impairment testing. Under the new guidance, entities testing goodwill for impairment have the option of performing a qualitative assessment before calculating the fair value of the reporting unit. If an entity determines, on the basis of qualitative factors, that the fair value of the reporting unit is more likely than not less than the carrying amount, the two-step impairment test would be required. This guidance is effective for annual and interim goodwill impairment tests performed for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2011. Ferrellgas adopted this guidance for the quarter ended January 31, 2013 with no impact on its financial position, results of operations or cash flows. FASB Accounting Standard Update No. 2012-02 In July 2012, the FASB issued ASU 2012-02, which amends the existing guidance on impairment testing of indefinite-lived intangible assets. Under the new guidance, entities testing indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment have the option of performing a qualitative assessment before calculating the fair value of the asset. If an entity determines, on the basis of qualitative factors, that the fair value of the asset is more likely than not less than the carrying amount, the two-step impairment test would be required. This guidance is effective for annual and interim indefinite-lived intangible asset impairment tests performed for fiscal years beginning after September 15, 2012. Early adoption is permitted. Ferrellgas adopted this guidance for the quarter ended January 31, 2013 with no impact on its financial position, results of operations or cash flows. |
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| Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies | B. Summary of significant accounting policies (1) Accounting estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reported period. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Significant estimates impacting the condensed consolidated financial statements include accruals that have been established for contingent liabilities, pending claims and legal actions arising in the normal course of business, useful lives of property, plant and equipment assets, residual values of tanks, capitalization of customer tank installation costs, amortization methods of intangible assets, valuation methods used to value sales returns and allowances, allowance for doubtful accounts, fair value of reporting units, fair values of derivative contracts and stock and unit-based compensation calculations. (2) Supplemental cash flow information: For purposes of the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows, Ferrellgas, L.P. considers cash equivalents to include all highly liquid debt instruments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less. Certain cash flow and significant non-cash activities are presented below:
(3) New accounting standards: FASB Accounting Standard Update No. 2011-08 In September 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued ASU 2011-08, which amends the existing guidance on goodwill impairment testing. Under the new guidance, entities testing goodwill for impairment have the option of performing a qualitative assessment before calculating the fair value of the reporting unit. If an entity determines, on the basis of qualitative factors, that the fair value of the reporting unit is more likely than not less than the carrying amount, the two-step impairment test would be required. This guidance is effective for annual and interim goodwill impairment tests performed for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2011. Ferrellgas adopted this guidance for the quarter ending January 31, 2013 with no impact on its financial position, results of operations or cash flows. FASB Accounting Standard Update No. 2012-02 In July 2012, the FASB issued ASU 2012-02, which amends the existing guidance on impairment testing of indefinite-lived intangible assets. Under the new guidance, entities testing indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment have the option of performing a qualitative assessment before calculating the fair value of the asset. If an entity determines, on the basis of qualitative factors, that the fair value of the asset is more likely than not less than the carrying amount, the two-step impairment test would be required. This guidance is effective for annual and interim indefinite-lived intangible asset impairment tests performed for fiscal years beginning after September 15, 2012. Early adoption is permitted. Ferrellgas adopted this guidance for the quarter ending January 31, 2013 with no impact on its financial position, results of operations or cash flows. |
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| Supplemental Financial Statement Information | C. Supplemental financial statement information Inventories consist of the following:
In addition to inventories on hand, Ferrellgas enters into contracts primarily to buy propane for supply procurement purposes with terms of fewer than 36 months. Most of these contracts call for payment based on market prices at the date of delivery. As of January 31, 2013, Ferrellgas had committed, for supply procurement purposes, to take delivery of approximately 78.0 million gallons of propane at fixed prices. Other current liabilities consist of the following:
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| Supplemental Financial Statement Information | C. Supplemental financial statement information Inventories consist of the following:
In addition to inventories on hand, Ferrellgas, L.P. enters into contracts primarily to buy propane for supply procurement purposes with terms of fewer than 36 months. Most of these contracts call for payment based on market prices at the date of delivery. As of January 31, 2013, Ferrellgas, L.P. had committed, for supply procurement purposes, to take delivery of approximately 78.0 million gallons of propane at fixed prices. Other current liabilities consist of the following:
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| Accounts And Notes Receivable, Net And Accounts Receivable Securitization | D. Accounts and notes receivable, net and accounts receivable securitization Accounts and notes receivable, net consist of the following:
At January 31, 2013, $224.4 million of trade accounts receivable were pledged as collateral against $134.0 million of collateralized notes payable due to the commercial paper conduit. These accounts receivable pledged as collateral are bankruptcy remote from the operating partnership. The operating partnership does not provide any guarantee or similar support to the collectability of these accounts receivable pledged as collateral. As of January 31, 2013, the operating partnership had received cash proceeds of $134.0 million from trade accounts receivables securitized, with no remaining capacity to receive additional proceeds. As of July 31, 2012, the operating partnership had received cash proceeds of $74.0 million from trade accounts receivables securitized, with no remaining capacity to receive additional proceeds. Borrowings under the accounts receivable securitization facility had a weighted average interest rate of 2.4% and 2.6% as of January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012, respectively. |
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| Accounts And Notes Receivable, Net And Accounts Receivable Securitization | D. Accounts and notes receivable, net and accounts receivable securitization Accounts and notes receivable, net consist of the following:
At January 31, 2013, $224.4 million of trade accounts receivable were pledged as collateral against $134.0 million of collateralized notes payable due to the commercial paper conduit. These accounts receivable pledged as collateral are bankruptcy remote from Ferrellgas, L.P. Ferrellgas, L.P. does not provide any guarantee or similar support to the collectability of these accounts receivable pledged as collateral. As of January 31, 2013, Ferrellgas, L.P. had received cash proceeds of $134.0 million from trade accounts receivables securitized, with no remaining capacity to receive additional proceeds. As of July 31, 2012, Ferrellgas, L.P. had received cash proceeds of $74.0 million from trade accounts receivables securitized, with no remaining capacity to receive additional proceeds. Borrowings under the accounts receivable securitization facility had a weighted average interest rate of 2.4% and 2.6% as of January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012, respectively. |
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| Debt | E. Debt Short-term borrowings Ferrellgas classified a portion of its secured credit facility borrowings as short-term because it was used to fund working capital needs that management had intended to pay down within the 12 month period following each balance sheet date. As of January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012, $72.7 million and $95.7 million, respectively, were classified as short-term borrowings. For further discussion see the secured credit facility section below. Secured credit facility As of January 31, 2013, Ferrellgas had total borrowings outstanding under its secured credit facility of $159.5 million, of which $86.8 million was classified as long-term debt. As of July 31, 2012, Ferrellgas had total borrowings outstanding under its secured credit facility of $160.0 million, of which $64.3 million was classified as long-term debt. Borrowings outstanding at January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012 under the secured credit facility had a weighted average interest rate of 4.1% and 4.2%, respectively. The obligations under this credit facility are secured by substantially all assets of the operating partnership, the general partner and certain subsidiaries of the operating partnership but specifically excluding (a) assets that are subject to the operating partnership’s accounts receivable securitization facility, (b) the general partner’s equity interest in Ferrellgas Partners and (c) equity interest in certain unrestricted subsidiaries. Such obligations are also guaranteed by the general partner and certain subsidiaries of the operating partnership. Letters of credit outstanding at January 31, 2013 totaled $62.6 million and were used primarily to secure insurance arrangements and to a lesser extent, commodity hedges and product purchases. Letters of credit outstanding at July 31, 2012 totaled $64.5 million and were used primarily to secure insurance arrangements and to a lesser extent, product purchases. At January 31, 2013, Ferrellgas had available letter of credit remaining capacity of $137.4 million. At July 31, 2012, Ferrellgas had available letter of credit remaining capacity of $135.5 million. |
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| Debt | E. Debt Short-term borrowings Ferrellgas, L.P. classified a portion of its secured credit facility borrowings as short-term because it was used to fund working capital needs that management had intended to pay down within the 12 month period following each balance sheet date. As of January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012, $72.7 million and $95.7 million, respectively, were classified as short-term borrowings. For further discussion see the secured credit facility section below. Secured credit facility As of January 31, 2013, Ferrellgas, L.P. had total borrowings outstanding under its secured credit facility of $159.5 million, of which $86.8 million was classified as long-term debt. As of July 31, 2012, Ferrellgas, L.P. had total borrowings outstanding under its secured credit facility of $160.0 million, of which $64.3 million was classified as long-term debt. Borrowings outstanding at January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012 under the secured credit facility had a weighted average interest rate of 4.1% and 4.2%, respectively. The obligations under this credit facility are secured by substantially all assets of Ferrellgas, L.P., the general partner and certain subsidiaries of Ferrellgas, L.P. but specifically excluding (a) assets that are subject to Ferrellgas, L.P.’s accounts receivable securitization facility, (b) the general partner’s equity interest in Ferrellgas Partners and (c) equity interest in certain unrestricted subsidiaries. Such obligations are also guaranteed by the general partner and certain subsidiaries of Ferrellgas, L.P. Letters of credit outstanding at January 31, 2013 totaled $62.6 million and were used primarily to secure insurance arrangements and to a lesser extent, commodity hedges and product purchases. Letters of credit outstanding at July 31, 2012 totaled $64.5 million and were used primarily to secure insurance arrangements and to a lesser extent, product purchases. At January 31, 2013, Ferrellgas, L.P. had available letter of credit remaining capacity of $137.4 million. At July 31, 2012, Ferrellgas, L.P. had available letter of credit remaining capacity of $135.5 million. |
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| Partners' Capital | F. Partners' deficit Partnership distributions paid Ferrellgas Partners has paid the following distributions:
On February 26, 2013, Ferrellgas Partners declared a cash distribution of $0.50 per common unit for the three months ended January 31, 2013 which is expected to be paid on March 15, 2013. Included in this cash distribution are the following amounts to be paid to related parties:
See additional discussions about transactions with related parties in Note I – Transactions with related parties. Accumulated other comprehensive loss (“AOCL”) See Note H – Derivative instruments and hedging activities – for details regarding changes in fair value on risk management financial derivatives recorded within AOCL for the six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012. General partner’s commitment to maintain its capital account Ferrellgas’ partnership agreements allows the general partner to have an option to maintain its effective 2% general partner interest concurrent with the issuance of other additional equity. During the six months ended January 31, 2013, the general partner made non-cash contributions of $0.3 million to Ferrellgas to maintain its effective 2% general partner interest. During the six months ended January 31, 2012, the general partner made cash contributions of $1.0 million and non-cash contributions of $0.2 million to Ferrellgas to maintain its effective 2% general partner interest. |
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| Partners' Capital | F. Partners’ capital Partnership distributions paid Ferrellgas, L.P. has paid the following distributions:
On February 26, 2013, Ferrellgas, L.P. declared distributions for the three months ended January 31, 2013 to Ferrellgas Partners and the general partner of $39.9 million and $0.4 million, respectively, which is expected to be paid on March 15, 2013. See additional discussions about transactions with related parties in Note I – Transactions with related parties. Accumulated other comprehensive loss (“AOCL”) See Note H – Derivative instruments and hedging activities – for details regarding changes in fair value on risk management financial derivatives recorded within AOCL for the six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012. General partner’s commitment to maintain its capital account Ferrellgas, L.P.’s partnership agreement allows the general partner to have an option to maintain its 1.0101% general partner interest concurrent with the issuance of other additional equity. During the six months ended January 31, 2013, the general partner made non-cash contributions of $0.2 million to Ferrellgas, L.P. to maintain its 1.0101% general partner interest. During the six months ended January 31, 2012, the general partner made cash contributions of $0.5 million and non-cash contributions of $0.1 million to Ferrellgas, L.P. to maintain its 1.0101% general partner interest. |
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| Fair Value Measurements | G. Fair value measurements Derivative financial instruments The following table presents Ferrellgas’ financial assets and financial liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis for each of the fair value hierarchy levels, including both current and noncurrent portions, as of January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012:
The fair values of Ferrellgas’ non-exchange traded commodity derivative contracts are based upon indicative price quotations available through brokers, industry price publications or recent market transactions and related market indicators. The fair values of interest rate swap contracts are based upon third-party quotes or indicative values based on recent market transactions. |
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| Fair Value Measurements | G. Fair value measurements Derivative financial instruments The following table presents Ferrellgas L.P.’s financial assets and financial liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis for each of the fair value hierarchy levels, including both current and noncurrent portions, as of January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012:
The fair values of Ferrellgas L.P.’s non-exchange traded commodity derivative contracts are based upon indicative price quotations available through brokers, industry price publications or recent market transactions and related market indicators. The fair values of interest rate swap contracts are based upon third-party quotes or indicative values based on recent market transactions. |
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| Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities | H. Derivative instruments and hedging activities Ferrellgas is exposed to certain market risks related to its ongoing business operations. These risks include exposure to changing commodity prices as well as fluctuations in interest rates. Ferrellgas utilizes derivative instruments to manage its exposure to fluctuations in commodity prices. Ferrellgas also periodically utilizes derivative instruments to manage its exposure to fluctuations in interest rates. Derivative instruments and hedging activity During the six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012, Ferrellgas did not recognize any gain or loss in earnings related to hedge ineffectiveness and did not exclude any component of financial derivative contract gains or losses from the assessment of hedge effectiveness related to commodity cash flow hedges. The following tables provide a summary of fair value derivatives that were designated as hedging instruments in Ferrellgas’ condensed consolidated balance sheets as of January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012:
The following table provides a summary of the effect on Ferrellgas’ condensed consolidated statements of earnings for the three and six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012 due to derivatives that were designated as fair value hedging instruments:
The following tables provide a summary of the effect on Ferrellgas’ condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income for the three and six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012 due to the effective portion of derivatives that were designated as cash flow hedging instruments:
The changes in derivative gains (losses) included in accumulated other comprehensive loss (“AOCL”) for the six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
Ferrellgas expects to reclassify net losses of approximately $3.0 million to earnings during the next 12 months. These net losses are expected to be offset by margins on propane sales commitments Ferrellgas has with its customers that qualify for the normal purchase, normal sales exception. During the six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012, Ferrellgas did not have any reclassifications to earnings resulting from discontinuance of any cash flow hedges arising from the probability of the original forecasted transactions not occurring within the originally specified period of time defined within the hedging relationship. As of January 31, 2013, Ferrellgas had financial derivative contracts covering 1.2 million barrels of propane that were entered into as cash flow hedges of forward and forecasted purchases of propane. Derivative financial instruments credit risk Ferrellgas is exposed to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by counterparties to derivative financial and commodity instruments. Ferrellgas’ counterparties principally consist of major energy companies and major U.S. financial institutions. Ferrellgas maintains credit policies with regard to its counterparties that it believes reduces its overall credit risk. These policies include evaluating and monitoring its counterparties’ financial condition, including their credit ratings, and entering into agreements with counterparties that govern credit limits. Certain of these agreements call for the posting of collateral by the counterparty or by Ferrellgas in the forms of letters of credit, parental guarantees or cash. Although Ferrellgas has concentrations of credit risk associated with derivative financial instruments held by certain derivative financial instrument counterparties, the maximum amount of loss due to credit risk that, based upon the gross fair values of the derivative financial instruments, Ferrellgas would incur if these counterparties that make up the concentration failed to perform according to the terms of their contracts was $1.4 million at January 31, 2013. Ferrellgas holds certain derivative contracts that have credit-risk-related contingent features which dictate credit limits based upon the operating partnership’s debt rating. As of January 31, 2013, a downgrade in the operating partnership’s debt rating would not trigger any further reduction in credit limit. The aggregate fair value of all derivatives with credit-risk-related contingent features that are in a liability position on January 31, 2013 is $1.6 million for which Ferrellgas has posted collateral of $1.6 million in the normal course of business. The credit-risk-related contingent features underlying these agreements will result in no additional collateral requirements as of January 31, 2013. |
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| Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities | H. Derivative instruments and hedging activities Ferrellgas, L.P. is exposed to certain market risks related to its ongoing business operations. These risks include exposure to changing commodity prices as well as fluctuations in interest rates. Ferrellgas, L.P. utilizes derivative instruments to manage its exposure to fluctuations in commodity prices. Ferrellgas, L.P. also periodically utilizes derivative instruments to manage its exposure to fluctuations in interest rates. Derivative instruments and hedging activity During the six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012, Ferrellgas, L.P. did not recognize any gain or loss in earnings related to hedge ineffectiveness and did not exclude any component of financial derivative contract gains or losses from the assessment of hedge effectiveness related to cash flow hedges. The following tables provide a summary of the fair value derivatives that were designated as hedging instruments in Ferrellgas, L.P.’s condensed consolidated balance sheets as of January 31, 2013 and July 31, 2012:
The following table provides a summary of the effect on Ferrellgas L.P.’s condensed consolidated statements of earnings for the three and six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012 due to derivatives that were designated as fair value hedging instruments:
The following tables provide a summary of the effect on Ferrellgas’ condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income for the three six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012 due to the effective portion of derivatives that were designated as cash flow hedging instruments:
The changes in derivative gains (losses) included in accumulated other comprehensive loss (“AOCL”) for the six months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012 were as follows:
Ferrellgas, L.P. expects to reclassify net losses of approximately $3.0 million to earnings during the next 12 months. These net losses are expected to be offset by margins on propane sales commitments Ferrellgas, L.P. has with its customers that qualify for the normal purchase, normal sales exception. During the three months ended January 31, 2013 and 2012, Ferrellgas, L.P. did not have any reclassifications to earnings resulting from discontinuance of any cash flow hedges arising from the probability of the original forecasted transactions not occurring within the originally specified period of time defined within the hedging relationship. As of January 31, 2013, Ferrellgas, L.P. had financial derivative contracts covering 1.2 million barrels of propane that were entered into as cash flow hedges of forward and forecasted purchases of propane. Derivative financial instruments credit risk Ferrellgas, L.P. is exposed to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by counterparties to derivative financial and commodity instruments. Ferrellgas L.P.’s counterparties principally consist of major energy companies and major U.S. financial institutions. Ferrellgas L.P. maintains credit policies with regard to its counterparties that it believes reduces its overall credit risk. These policies include evaluating and monitoring its counterparties’ financial condition, including their credit ratings, and entering into agreements with counterparties that govern credit limits. Certain of these agreements call for the posting of collateral by the counterparty or by Ferrellgas, L.P. in the forms of letters of credit, parental guarantees or cash. Although Ferrellgas, L.P. has concentrations of credit risk associated with derivative financial instruments held by certain derivative financial instrument counterparties, the maximum amount of loss due to credit risk that, based upon the gross fair values of the derivative financial instruments, Ferrellgas, L.P. would incur if these counterparties that make up the concentration failed to perform according to the terms of their contracts was $1.4 million at January 31, 2013. Ferrellgas L.P. holds certain derivative contracts that have credit-risk-related contingent features which dictate credit limits based upon the Partnership’s debt rating. As of January 31, 2013, a downgrade in the Partnership’s debt rating would not trigger any further reduction in credit limit. The aggregate fair value of all derivatives with credit-risk-related contingent features that are in a liability position on January 31, 2013 is $1.6 million for which Ferrellgas L.P. has posted collateral of $1.6 million in the normal course of business. The credit-risk-related contingent features underlying these agreements will result in no additional collateral requirements as of January 31, 2013. |
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| Transactions With Related Parties | I. Transactions with related parties Ferrellgas has no employees and is managed and controlled by its general partner. Pursuant to Ferrellgas’ partnership agreements, the general partner is entitled to reimbursement for all direct and indirect expenses incurred or payments it makes on behalf of Ferrellgas and all other necessary or appropriate expenses allocable to Ferrellgas or otherwise reasonably incurred by its general partner in connection with operating Ferrellgas’ business. These costs primarily include compensation and benefits paid to employees of the general partner who perform services on Ferrellgas’ behalf and are reported in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings as follows:
See additional discussions about transactions with the general partner and related parties in Note F – Partners’ deficit. |
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| Transactions With Related Parties | I. Transactions with related parties Ferrellgas, L.P. has no employees and is managed and controlled by its general partner. Pursuant to Ferrellgas, L.P.’s partnership agreement, the general partner is entitled to reimbursement for all direct and indirect expenses incurred or payments it makes on behalf of Ferrellgas, L.P., and all other necessary or appropriate expenses allocable to Ferrellgas, L.P. or otherwise reasonably incurred by its general partner in connection with operating Ferrellgas, L.P.’s business. These costs primarily include compensation and benefits paid to employees of the general partner who perform services on Ferrellgas, L.P.’s behalf and are reported in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings as follows:
See additional discussions about transactions with the general partner and related parties in Note F – Partners’ capital. |
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| Contingencies And Commitments | J. Contingencies and commitments Litigation Ferrellgas’ operations are subject to all operating hazards and risks normally incidental to handling, storing, transporting and otherwise providing for use by consumers of combustible liquids such as propane. As a result, at any given time, Ferrellgas is threatened with or named as a defendant in various lawsuits arising in the ordinary course of business. Other than as discussed below, Ferrellgas is not a party to any legal proceedings other than various claims and lawsuits arising in the ordinary course of business. It is not possible to determine the ultimate disposition of these matters; however, management is of the opinion that there are no known claims or contingent claims that are reasonably expected to have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of Ferrellgas. Ferrellgas was named as a defendant in lawsuits filed in multiple federal and state courts that seek to certify nationwide or statewide classes related to its Blue Rhino branded propane tank exchange activities. The plaintiffs in each case generally alleged that Ferrellgas failed to inform consumers of the amount of propane contained in propane tanks they purchased and that Ferrellgas violated anti-trust laws by allegedly conspiring with a competitor. The federal cases were coordinated for multidistrict treatment in the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri. A settlement agreement was approved by the Court and funds have been distributed. These claims did not have a material impact on the consolidated financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of Ferrellgas beyond the amount paid during March 2012 for these claims. Ferrellgas has received notice that the Offices of the District Attorneys of several counties in California and the Federal Trade Commission are investigating cylinder labeling and filling practices and any anti-trust issues relating to the amount of propane contained in propane tanks. These government agencies issued administrative subpoenas seeking documents and information relating to those practices and Ferrellgas has responded. Ferrellgas believes that its cylinders were correctly filled and labeled and will defend any claims that may result from this investigation. Ferrellgas does not believe any loss is probable or reasonably estimable at this time related to these investigations. Ferrellgas has also been named as a defendant in a class action lawsuit filed in the United States District Court in Kansas. The complaint alleges that Ferrellgas violates consumer protection laws in the manner Ferrellgas sets prices and fees for its customers. Based on Ferrellgas’ business practices, Ferrellgas believes that the claims are without merit and intends to defend the claims vigorously. The court has permitted limited discovery into an individual claim and the case has not been certified for class treatment. Ferrellgas does not believe loss is probable or reasonably estimable at this time related to this class action lawsuit. |
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| Contingencies And Commitments | B. Contingencies and commitments The Finance Corp. serves as co-issuer and co-obligor for debt securities of the Partnership. The senior unsecured notes contain various restrictive covenants applicable to the Partnership and its subsidiaries, the most restrictive relating to additional indebtedness. As of January 31, 2013, the Partnership is in compliance with all requirements, tests, limitations and covenants related to this debt agreement. |
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| Contingencies And Commitments | J. Contingencies and commitments Litigation Ferrellgas, L.P.’s operations are subject to all operating hazards and risks normally incidental to handling, storing, transporting and otherwise providing for use by consumers of combustible liquids such as propane. As a result, at any given time, Ferrellgas, L.P. is threatened with or named as a defendant in various lawsuits arising in the ordinary course of business. Other than as discussed below, Ferrellgas, L.P. is not a party to any legal proceedings other than various claims and lawsuits arising in the ordinary course of business. It is not possible to determine the ultimate disposition of these matters; however, management is of the opinion that there are no known claims or contingent claims that are reasonably expected to have a material adverse effect on the consolidated financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of Ferrellgas, L.P. Ferrellgas was named as a defendant in lawsuits filed in multiple federal and state courts that seek to certify nationwide or statewide classes related to its Blue Rhino branded propane tank exchange activities. The plaintiffs in each case generally alleged that Ferrellgas failed to inform consumers of the amount of propane contained in propane tanks they purchased and that Ferrellgas violated anti-trust laws by allegedly conspiring with a competitor. The federal cases were coordinated for multidistrict treatment in the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri. A settlement agreement was approved by the Court and funds have been distributed. These claims did not have a material impact on the consolidated financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of Ferrellgas beyond the amount paid during March 2012 for these claims. Ferrellgas, L.P. has received notice that the Offices of the District Attorneys of several counties in California and the Federal Trade Commission are investigating cylinder labeling and filling practices and any anti-trust issues relating to the amount of propane contained in propane tanks. These government agencies issued administrative subpoenas seeking documents and information relating to those practices and Ferrellgas, L.P. has responded. Ferrellgas, L.P. believes that its cylinders were correctly filled and labeled and will defend any claims that may result from this investigation. Ferrellgas, L.P. does not believe any loss is probable or reasonably estimable at this time related to these investigations. Ferrellgas, L.P. has also been named as a defendant in a class action lawsuit filed in the United States District Court in Kansas. The complaint alleges that Ferrellgas, L.P. violates consumer protection laws in the manner Ferrellgas, L.P. sets prices and fees for its customers. Based on Ferrellgas, L.P.’s business practices, Ferrellgas, L.P. believes that the claims are without merit and intends to defend the claims vigorously. The court has permitted limited discovery into an individual claim and the case has not been certified for class treatment. Ferrellgas, L.P. does not believe loss is probable or reasonably estimable at this time related to this class action lawsuit. |
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| Net Earnings (Loss) Per Common Unitholders' Interest | K. Net earnings per common unitholders’ interest Below is a calculation of the basic and diluted net earnings available per common unitholders’ interest in the condensed consolidated statements of earnings for the periods indicated. In accordance with guidance issued by the FASB regarding participating securities and the two-class method, Ferrellgas calculates net earnings (loss) per common unitholders’ interest for each period presented according to distributions declared and participation rights in undistributed earnings, as if all of the earnings or loss for the period had been distributed. In periods with undistributed earnings above certain levels, the calculation according to the two-class method results in an increased allocation of undistributed earnings to the general partner and a dilution of the earnings to the limited partners. Due to the seasonality of the propane business, the dilution effect of the guidance on the two-class method typically impacts only the three months ending January 31. The dilutive effect resulting from this guidance on basic and diluted net earnings per common unitholders' interest was $0.03 for the three months ended January 31, 2013. This guidance did not result in a dilutive effect for the three or six months ended January 31, 2012, nor for the six months ended January 31, 2013. In periods with net losses, the allocation of the net losses to the limited partners and the general partner will be determined based on the same allocation basis specified in the Ferrellgas Partners’ partnership agreement that would apply to periods in which there were no undistributed earnings. Additionally, in periods with net losses, there are no dilutive securities.
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| Accounting Estimates | (1) Accounting estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reported period. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Significant estimates impacting the condensed consolidated financial statements include accruals that have been established for contingent liabilities, pending claims and legal actions arising in the normal course of business, useful lives of property, plant and equipment assets, residual values of tanks, capitalization of customer tank installation costs, amortization methods of intangible assets, valuation methods used to value sales returns and allowances, allowance for doubtful accounts, fair value of reporting units, fair values of derivative contracts and stock and unit-based compensation calculations. |
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| Accounting Estimates | (1) Accounting estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reported period. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Significant estimates impacting the condensed consolidated financial statements include accruals that have been established for contingent liabilities, pending claims and legal actions arising in the normal course of business, useful lives of property, plant and equipment assets, residual values of tanks, capitalization of customer tank installation costs, amortization methods of intangible assets, valuation methods used to value sales returns and allowances, allowance for doubtful accounts, fair value of reporting units, fair values of derivative contracts and stock and unit-based compensation calculations. |
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| Supplemental Cash Flow Information | (2) Supplemental cash flow information: For purposes of the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows, Ferrellgas, L.P. considers cash equivalents to include all highly liquid debt instruments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less. Certain cash flow and significant non-cash activities are presented below:
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Tabular disclosure of the effective portion of the gains and losses on derivative instruments designated (and non-derivative instruments) designated and qualifying in cash flow hedges and net investment hedges that was recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) during the current period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Tabular disclosure of the location and amount of gains and losses reported in the statement of financial performance, or when applicable, the statement of financial position. For example, (a) gains and losses recognized in the income statement on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments in fair value hedges and related hedged items designated and qualifying in fair value hedges and (b) gains and losses initially recognized in other comprehensive income on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as cash flow hedges. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Tabular disclosure of the location and fair value amounts of derivative instruments (and nonderivative instruments that are designated and qualify as hedging instruments) reported in the statement of financial position. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Transactions With Related Parties (Tables)
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Tabular disclosure of related party transactions. Examples of related party transactions include, but are not limited to, transactions between (a) a parent company and its subsidiary; (b) subsidiaries of a common parent; (c) and entity and its principal owners and (d) affiliates. No definition available.
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Net Earnings (Loss) Per Common Unitholders' Interest (Tables)
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Tabular disclosure of an entity's basic and diluted earnings per share calculations. No definition available.
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Partnership Organization And Formation (Details)
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Jan. 31, 2013
Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp. [Member]
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Jul. 31, 2012
Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp. [Member]
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Jan. 31, 2013
Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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Jan. 31, 2013
Ferrellgas Finance Corp. [Member]
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Jul. 31, 2012
Ferrellgas Finance Corp. [Member]
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Ferrell Companies [Member]
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| Limited partner interest | 99.00% | 99.00% | |||||
| Common stock shares outstanding | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 21,700,000 | ||
| Subsidiary Or Equity Method Investee Cumulative Percentage Ownership After All Transactions And Including Beneficial Ownership | 27.00% | ||||||
| General partner interest in Ferrellgas Partners | 1.00% | ||||||
| General partner interest in the operating partnership | 1.00% | 1.00% | |||||
| General partner interest in Ferrellgas on a combined basis | 2.00% | ||||||
| Number of subsidiaries | 2 | ||||||
| Equity interest in subsidiary | 100.00% | 100.00% | |||||
| Number of employees | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Number of states in which operating partnership serves | 50 | 50 |
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Number of persons employed by the Entity No definition available.
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General Partner Interest No definition available.
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Represents the general partner's interest in the operating partnership. No definition available.
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General Partner Interest on a Combined Basis No definition available.
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Number Of Entity Subsidiaries No definition available.
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Subsidiary Or Equity Method Investee Cumulative Percentage Ownership After All Transactions And Including Beneficial Ownership No definition available.
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Number of shares of common stock outstanding. Common stock represent the ownership interest in a corporation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The number of states the entity operates in as of the balance sheet date. No definition available.
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The number of units or percentage investment held in the subsidiary by the limited liability company or limited partnership. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Percentage of subsidiary's or equity method investee's stock owned by parent immediately after all stock transactions. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies (Significant Cash And Non-Cash Activities) (Details) (USD $)
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| Interest | $ 42,646 | $ 44,799 |
| Income taxes | 45 | 90 |
| Issuance of common units in connection with acquisitions | 0 | 1,300 |
| Liabilities incurred in connection with acquisitions | 1,060 | 2,321 |
| Changes in accruals for property, plant and equipment additions | 598 | 979 |
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| Interest | 34,797 | 36,951 |
| Income taxes | 45 | 89 |
| Issuance of common units in connection with acquisitions | 0 | 1,300 |
| Liabilities incurred in connection with acquisitions | 1,060 | 2,321 |
| Changes in accruals for property, plant and equipment additions | $ 598 | $ 979 |
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The amount of cash paid during the current period to foreign, federal, state, and local authorities as taxes on income. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of cash paid for interest during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The total amount of [all] liabilities that an Entity assumes in acquiring a business or in consideration for an asset received in a noncash (or part noncash) acquisition. Noncash is defined as transactions during a period that affect recognized assets or liabilities but that do not result in cash receipts or cash payments in the period. "Part noncash" refers to that portion of the transaction not resulting in cash receipts or cash payments in the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Change in the different classes of partners' capital accounts during the year due to acquisitions. Partners include general, limited and preferred partners. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Acquisition of long-lived, physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, furniture and fixtures, and computer equipment. No definition available.
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Supplemental Financial Statement Information (Narrative) (Details)
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| Net procurement of fixed priced propane by Ferrellgas in gallons | 78,000,000 |
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| Net procurement of fixed priced propane by Ferrellgas in gallons | 78,000,000 |
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| Supply procurement contract duration | 36 months |
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| Supply procurement contract duration | 36 months |
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Maximum Period Of Inventory Procurement Fixed Price No definition available.
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Net Procurement Of Fixed Priced Propane In Gallons No definition available.
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Supplemental Financial Statement Information (Schedule Of Inventories) (Details) (USD $)
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| Propane gas and related products | $ 112,762 | $ 110,517 |
| Appliances, parts and supplies | 17,311 | 17,081 |
| Inventories | 130,073 | 127,598 |
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| Propane gas and related products | 112,762 | 110,517 |
| Appliances, parts and supplies | 17,311 | 17,081 |
| Inventories | $ 130,073 | $ 127,598 |
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of product derived from petroleum during the processing of oil or natural gas which is then used as a heat source or fuel. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount (lower of cost or market) as of the balance sheet date of inventories less all valuation and other allowances. Excludes noncurrent inventory balances (expected to remain on hand past one year or one operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount, net of valuation reserves and allowances, as of the balance sheet date of inventories not otherwise specified in the taxonomy. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Supplemental Financial Statement Information (Other Current Liabilities) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
Jan. 31, 2013
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| Accrued interest | $ 19,829 | $ 19,945 |
| Customer deposits and advances | 25,302 | 28,842 |
| Other | 77,784 | 73,880 |
| Other current liabilities | 122,915 | 122,667 |
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| Accrued interest | 17,822 | 17,938 |
| Customer deposits and advances | 25,302 | 28,842 |
| Other | 77,383 | 73,604 |
| Other current liabilities | $ 120,507 | $ 120,384 |
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The current portion of aggregate prepayments received from customers for goods or services to be provided in the future, as well as the current portion of money or property received from customers that are to be returned upon satisfactory contract completion or as partial prepayment for goods or services to be provided in the future. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of [accrued] interest payable on all forms of debt, including trade payables, that has been incurred and is unpaid. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount of current liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer) not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Includes costs that are statutory in nature, are incurred on contractual obligations, or accumulate over time and for which invoices have not yet been received or will not be rendered and of liabilities not separately disclosed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Obligations not otherwise itemized or categorized in the footnotes to the financial statements that are due within one year or operating cycle, if longer, from the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Supplemental Financial Statement Information (Shipping And Handling Expenses) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
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| Shipping and handling expenses | $ 53,153 | $ 52,690 | $ 101,968 | $ 101,153 |
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| Shipping and handling expenses | 53,153 | 52,690 | 101,968 | 101,153 |
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| Shipping and handling expenses | 48,260 | 47,937 | 92,161 | 91,725 |
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| Shipping and handling expenses | 48,260 | 47,937 | 92,161 | 91,725 |
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| Shipping and handling expenses | 1,400 | 1,700 | 2,927 | 3,284 |
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| Shipping and handling expenses | 1,400 | 1,700 | 2,927 | 3,284 |
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| Shipping and handling expenses | 3,493 | 3,053 | 6,880 | 6,144 |
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| Shipping and handling expenses | $ 3,493 | $ 3,053 | $ 6,880 | $ 6,144 |
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Cost incurred during the reporting period in transporting goods and services to customers. Includes freight-out costs. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Ability to Receive Additional Trade Accounts Receivable No definition available.
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Weighted Average Discount Rate To Value The Retained Interest In The Transferred Receivables No definition available.
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The amount for notes payable (written promise to pay), due to related parties. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The fair value, as of the date of each statement of financial position presented, of finance receivables which are owned but transferred to serve as collateral for the payment of the related debt obligation, and that are reclassified and separately reported in the statement of financial position. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from the collection of a retained interest in a receivable securitized via a structured process whereby interests in loans and other receivables are packaged, underwritten, and sold in the form of asset-backed securities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Accounts And Notes Receivable, Net And Accounts Receivable Securitization (Accounts And Notes Receivable) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
Jan. 31, 2013
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Jul. 31, 2012
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| Accounts receivable pledged as collateral | $ 224,428 | $ 121,812 |
| Accounts receivable | 18,924 | 5,788 |
| Other | 400 | 216 |
| Less: Allowance for doubtful accounts | (5,194) | (3,812) |
| Accounts and notes receivable, net | 238,558 | 124,004 |
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| Accounts receivable pledged as collateral | 224,428 | 121,812 |
| Accounts receivable | 18,924 | 5,788 |
| Other | 400 | 216 |
| Less: Allowance for doubtful accounts | (5,194) | (3,812) |
| Accounts and notes receivable, net | $ 238,558 | $ 124,004 |
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date, net of allowance for doubtful accounts, of account and note receivables due from other than related parties. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
For unclassified balance sheet, amounts due from customers or clients for goods or services that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
For an unclassified balance sheet, a valuation allowance for receivables due a company that are expected to be uncollectible. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Carrying amounts due as of the balance sheet date from parties or arising from transactions not otherwise specified in the taxonomy. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The fair value, as of the date of each statement of financial position presented, of finance receivables which are owned but transferred to serve as collateral for the payment of the related debt obligation, and that are reclassified and separately reported in the statement of financial position. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Debt (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
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Jan. 31, 2013
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Jul. 31, 2012
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|---|---|---|
| Short-term borrowings | $ 72,678,000 | $ 95,730,000 |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Short-term borrowings | 72,678,000 | 95,730,000 |
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Letter Of Credit [Member]
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| Letters of credit outstanding | 62,600,000 | 64,500,000 |
| Letter of credit facility, remaining capacity | 137,400,000 | 135,500,000 |
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Letter Of Credit [Member] | Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Letters of credit outstanding | 62,600,000 | 64,500,000 |
| Letter of credit facility, remaining capacity | 137,400,000 | 135,500,000 |
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Secured Credit Facility [Member]
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| Total borrowings outstanding, line of credit facility | 159,500,000 | 160,000,000 |
| Amount classified as long-term debt | 86,800,000 | 64,300,000 |
| Weighted average interest rate of debt | 4.10% | 4.20% |
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Secured Credit Facility [Member] | Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Total borrowings outstanding, line of credit facility | 159,500,000 | 160,000,000 |
| Amount classified as long-term debt | $ 86,800,000 | $ 64,300,000 |
| Weighted average interest rate of debt | 4.10% | 4.20% |
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- Definition
Reflects the calculation as of the balance sheet date of the average interest rate weighted by the amount of debt outstanding by type or by instrument at that time. No definition available.
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- Definition
The total amount of the contingent obligation under letters of credit outstanding as of the reporting date. No definition available.
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- Definition
Amount borrowed under the credit facility as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of borrowing capacity currently available under the credit facility (current borrowing capacity less the amount of borrowings outstanding). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of debt not otherwise defined (with maturities initially due after one year or beyond the operating cycle if longer), excluding current portion. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Reflects the total carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of debt having initial terms less than one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Non cash contribution from partners. No definition available.
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- Definition
Date of declaration for distribution of cash, stock, or units to a member or limited partner of limited liability company (LLC) or limited partnership (LP), in CCYY-MM-DD format. No definition available.
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- Definition
Date of distribution for distribution of cash, stock, or units to a member or limited partner of limited liability company (LLC) or limited partnership (LP), in CCYY-MM-DD format. No definition available.
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- Definition
Per-share or per-unit cash distributions declared to a common shareholder or unit-holder by an LLC or LP. No definition available.
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- Details
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- Definition
Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of dividends declared but unpaid on equity securities issued by the entity and outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The number of units or percentage investment held by one or more members or limited partners of the LLC or LP. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The cash inflow from the capital received in cash from a partner in a partnership during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Partners' Capital (Ferrellgas Paid Cash Distributions) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
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Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | $ 80,708 | |||
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | 48,243 | 46,692 | 88,557 | 85,450 |
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Public Common Unitholders [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | 26,470 | 25,644 | 52,940 | 51,284 |
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Ferrell Companies [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | 10,735 | 10,040 | 21,470 | 20,080 |
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FCI Trading Corp. [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | 98 | 98 | 196 | 196 |
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Ferrell Propane, Inc. [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | 26 | 26 | 52 | 52 |
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James E. Ferrell [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | 2,179 | 2,179 | 4,358 | 4,358 |
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General Partner [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | 399 | 384 | 798 | 768 |
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General Partner [Member] | Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | 487 | 472 | 894 | 863 |
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Ferrellgas Partners [Member] | Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | 47,756 | 46,220 | 87,663 | 84,587 |
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Total Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. Partners' Capital [Member]
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| Limited Partners' Capital Account [Line Items] | ||||
| Distributions | $ 39,907 | $ 38,371 | $ 79,814 | $ 76,738 |
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- Definition
Total distributions to each class of partners (i.e., general, limited and preferred partners). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Partners' Capital (Dividends Expected To Be Paid To Related Parties) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended |
|---|---|
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Jan. 31, 2013
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Ferrell Companies [Member]
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| Distribution Made to Member or Limited Partner [Line Items] | |
| Amounts expected to be paid to related parties | $ 10,735 |
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FCI Trading Corp. [Member]
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| Distribution Made to Member or Limited Partner [Line Items] | |
| Amounts expected to be paid to related parties | 98 |
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Ferrell Propane, Inc. [Member]
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| Distribution Made to Member or Limited Partner [Line Items] | |
| Amounts expected to be paid to related parties | 26 |
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James E. Ferrell [Member]
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| Distribution Made to Member or Limited Partner [Line Items] | |
| Amounts expected to be paid to related parties | 2,179 |
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General Partner [Member]
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| Distribution Made to Member or Limited Partner [Line Items] | |
| Amounts expected to be paid to related parties | $ 399 |
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- Definition
The equity impact of cash distributions declared to a common shareholder or unit-holder by a LLC or LP. No definition available.
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- Details
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- Definition
Fair value as of the balance sheet date of interest rate derivative assets, which includes all such derivative instruments in hedging and nonhedging relationships that are recognized as assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Fair value as of the balance sheet date of interest rate derivative liabilities, which includes all such derivative instruments in hedging and nonhedging relationships that are recognized as liabilities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Fair value as of the balance sheet date of price risk derivative assets, which includes all such derivative instruments in hedging and nonhedging relationships that are recognized as assets on the balance sheet. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Fair value as of the balance sheet date of price risk derivative liabilities, which includes all such derivative instruments in hedging and nonhedging relationships that are recognized as liabilities on the balance sheet. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Derivative amount of credit risk if counterparties failed to perform contracts No definition available.
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- Definition
Number of barrells of propane covered by cash flow hedges No definition available.
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- Definition
The aggregate fair value of additional assets that would be required to be posted as collateral for derivative instruments with credit-risk-related contingent features if the credit-risk-related contingent features were triggered at the end of the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The estimated net amount of existing gains or losses on cash flow hedges at the reporting date expected to be reclassified to earnings within the next 12 months. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The aggregate fair value of assets that are already posted, at the end of the reporting period, as collateral for derivative instruments with credit-risk-related contingent features. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The aggregate fair value amounts of derivative instruments that contain credit-risk-related contingent features that are in a net liability position at the end of the reporting period. For nonderivative instruments that are designated and qualify as hedging instruments, the fair value amounts are the carrying value of the nonderivative hedging instrument, including the adjustment for the foreign currency transaction gain (loss) on that instrument. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The net gain (loss) recognized in earnings during the reporting period representing the amount of the cash flow hedges' ineffectiveness. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of net gain (loss) reclassified into earnings in the period when cash flow hedge is discontinued because it is probable that the original forecasted transactions will not occur by the end of the original period or an additional two month time period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Fair value of derivative asset, presented on a gross basis even when the derivative instrument is subject to master netting arrangements and qualifies for net presentation in the statement of financial position. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Fair value of derivative liability, presented on a gross basis even when the derivative instrument is subject to master netting arrangements and qualifies for net presentation in the statement of financial position. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Details
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- Definition
Fair value as of the balance sheet date of interest rate derivative assets, which includes all such derivative instruments in hedging and nonhedging relationships that are recognized as assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Fair value as of the balance sheet date of interest rate derivative liabilities, which includes all such derivative instruments in hedging and nonhedging relationships that are recognized as liabilities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Fair value as of the balance sheet date of price risk derivative assets, which includes all such derivative instruments in hedging and nonhedging relationships that are recognized as assets on the balance sheet. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Fair value as of the balance sheet date of price risk derivative liabilities, which includes all such derivative instruments in hedging and nonhedging relationships that are recognized as liabilities on the balance sheet. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities (Fair Value Interest Rate Derivative Income Location) (Details) (Interest Rate Swap [Member], USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
|
Jan. 31, 2013
|
Jan. 31, 2012
|
|
| Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net | $ 883 | $ 0 | $ 1,607 | $ 0 |
| Interest Expense, Debt | (5,469) | (5,469) | (10,938) | (10,938) |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Derivative, Net | 883 | 0 | 1,607 | 0 |
| Interest Expense, Debt | $ (5,469) | $ (5,469) | $ (10,938) | $ (10,938) |
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- Definition
Net Increase or Decrease in the fair value of the derivative or group of derivatives included in earnings. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Represents the portion of interest incurred in the period on debt arrangements that was charged against earnings. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities (Cash Flow Derivative Value Recorded in OCI and reclassified to Earnings) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
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Jan. 31, 2013
|
Jan. 31, 2012
|
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| Amount of gain (loss) recognized in AOCI(L) on derivative | $ (6,205) | $ (1,347) | $ 71 | $ (3,875) |
| Amount of gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI(L) | (4,434) | 834 | (8,625) | 2,713 |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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||||
| Amount of gain (loss) recognized in AOCI(L) on derivative | (6,205) | (1,347) | 71 | (3,875) |
| Amount of gain (loss) reclassified from AOCI(L) | (4,434) | 834 | (8,625) | 2,713 |
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Commodity Derivatives Propane [Member]
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||||
| Amount of gain (loss) recognized in AOCI(L) on derivative | (5,612) | (1,347) | 914 | (3,875) |
| Reclassification of gains (losses) from AOCI(L) to Cost of product sold - propane and other gas liquids | (4,434) | 834 | (8,625) | 2,713 |
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Commodity Derivatives Propane [Member] | Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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||||
| Amount of gain (loss) recognized in AOCI(L) on derivative | (5,612) | (1,347) | 914 | (3,875) |
| Reclassification of gains (losses) from AOCI(L) to Cost of product sold - propane and other gas liquids | (4,434) | 834 | (8,625) | 2,713 |
|
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
|
||||
| Amount of gain (loss) recognized in AOCI(L) on derivative | (593) | (843) | ||
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Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Amount of gain (loss) recognized in AOCI(L) on derivative | $ (593) | $ (843) | ||
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- Definition
The amount of net gains or losses on a cash flow hedge reclassified in the period to cost of sales from accumulated other comprehensive income. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of net gains or losses on a cash flow hedge reclassified in the period to earnings from accumulated other comprehensive income. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The effective portion of gains and losses (net) on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments that was recognized in other comprehensive income during the current period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities (Changes in Derivative Value Effect on Other Comprehensive Income Loss) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
6 Months Ended | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jan. 31, 2013
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Jul. 31, 2012
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Jan. 31, 2013
Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
|
Jul. 31, 2012
Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
|
Jan. 31, 2013
Derivative [Member]
|
Jan. 31, 2012
Derivative [Member]
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Jan. 31, 2013
Derivative [Member]
Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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Jan. 31, 2012
Derivative [Member]
Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
|
|
| Beginning balance | $ (4,547) | $ (13,159) | $ (4,581) | $ (13,280) | $ (12,799) | $ 5,161 | $ (12,799) | $ 5,161 |
| Change in value on risk management commodity derivatives | 914 | (3,875) | 914 | (3,875) | ||||
| Reclassification of gains (losses) from AOCI(L) to Cost of product sold - propane and other gas liquids | 8,625 | (2,713) | 8,625 | (2,713) | ||||
| Change in value on risk management interest rate derivatives | (843) | 0 | (843) | 0 | ||||
| Ending balance | $ (4,547) | $ (13,159) | $ (4,581) | $ (13,280) | $ (4,103) | $ (1,427) | $ (4,103) | $ (1,427) |
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- Definition
Accumulated change in equity from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources, net of tax effect, at period end. Excludes Net Income (Loss), and accumulated changes in equity from transactions resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owners. Includes foreign currency translation items, certain pension adjustments, unrealized gains and losses on certain investments in debt and equity securities, other than temporary impairment (OTTI) losses related to factors other than credit losses on available-for-sale and held-to-maturity debt securities that an entity does not intend to sell and it is not more likely than not that the entity will be required to sell before recovery of the amortized cost basis, as well as changes in the fair value of derivatives related to the effective portion of a designated cash flow hedge. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of net gains or losses on a cash flow hedge reclassified in the period to cost of sales from accumulated other comprehensive income. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of unrealized gain (loss) related to the increase or decrease in fair value of interest rate derivatives designated as cash flow hedging instruments, which was recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income to the extent that the cash flow hedge was determined to be effective. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Amount of unrealized gain (loss) arising from the change in fair value of price risk derivatives designated as cash flow hedging instruments recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income in the period, before taxes, to the extent that the cash flow hedge is determined to be effective. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Transactions With Related Parties (Narrative) (Details)
|
Jan. 31, 2013
|
|---|---|
| Number of employees | 0 |
|
Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
|
|
| Number of employees | 0 |
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Number of persons employed by the Entity No definition available.
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Transactions With Related Parties (Allocation Of Transactions With Related Parties) (Details) (USD $)
|
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jan. 31, 2013
|
Jan. 31, 2012
|
Jan. 31, 2013
|
Jan. 31, 2012
|
|
| Related Party Transaction [Line Items] | ||||
| General and administrative expense | $ 12,717,000 | $ 11,236,000 | $ 23,872,000 | $ 22,350,000 |
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Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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||||
| Related Party Transaction [Line Items] | ||||
| General and administrative expense | 12,717,000 | 11,236,000 | 23,872,000 | 22,350,000 |
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Compensation And Benefits [Member]
|
||||
| Related Party Transaction [Line Items] | ||||
| Operating expense | 53,594,000 | 53,964,000 | 101,378,000 | 103,311,000 |
| General and administrative expense | 7,183,000 | 6,689,000 | 13,456,000 | 12,706,000 |
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Compensation And Benefits [Member] | Ferrellgas, L.P. [Member]
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| Related Party Transaction [Line Items] | ||||
| Operating expense | 53,594,000 | 53,964,000 | 101,378,000 | 103,311,000 |
| General and administrative expense | $ 7,183,000 | $ 6,689,000 | $ 13,456,000 | $ 12,706,000 |
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- Definition
The aggregate total of expenses of managing and administering the affairs of an entity, including affiliates of the reporting entity, which are not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Generally recurring costs associated with normal operations except for the portion of these expenses which can be clearly related to production and included in cost of sales or services. Includes selling, general and administrative expense. No definition available.
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Net EarningsPer Common Unitholders' Interest Net Earnings (Loss) Per Common Unit Holders Interest (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
|
3 Months Ended |
|---|---|
|
Jan. 31, 2013
|
|
| Dilutive Securities, Effect on Basic Earnings Per Share | $ 0.03 |
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- Definition
Includes adjustments resulting from the assumption that dilutive convertible securities were converted, options or warrants were exercised, or that other shares were issued upon the satisfaction of certain conditions. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Net Earnings (Loss) Per Common Unitholders' Interest (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
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Jan. 31, 2013
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Jan. 31, 2012
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|
| Earnings Per Share, Basic, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Line Items] | ||||
| Common unitholders' interest in net earnings (loss) | $ 55,069 | $ 36,010 | $ 40,144 | $ 3,732 |
| Weighted average common units outstanding | 79,015,600 | 76,401,600 | 79,014,400 | 76,184,000 |
| Dilutive securities | 36,100 | 62,200 | 40,600 | 65,100 |
| Weighted average common units outstanding plus dilutive securities | 79,051,700 | 76,463,800 | 79,055,000 | 76,249,100 |
| Basic and diluted net earnings per common unitholders' interest | $ 0.70 | $ 0.47 | $ 0.51 | $ 0.05 |
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Aggregate amount of net income allocated to limited partners. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
The amount of net income or loss for the period per each limited partnership and general partnership unit in instances when basic and diluted earnings per unit are the same amount and aggregated on the face of the financial statements. Basic earnings per unit is the amount of net income or loss for the period per unit outstanding during the reporting period. Diluted earnings per unit includes the amount of net income or loss for the period available to each limited and general partnership unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of units for all dilutive potential units outstanding during the reporting period. No definition available.
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- Definition
The average number of shares or units issued and outstanding that are used in calculating diluted EPS or earnings per unit (EPU), determined based on the timing of issuance of shares or units in the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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- Definition
Average number of shares or units issued and outstanding that are used in calculating basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS). No definition available.
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- Definition
Number of [basic] shares or units, after adjustment for contingently issuable shares or units and other shares or units not deemed outstanding, determined by relating the portion of time within a reporting period that common shares or units have been outstanding to the total time in that period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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