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Tyson Foods and Cargill Meat Class Action Lawsuit
A class action lawsuit has been filed against major beef producers, including Tyson Foods and Cargill, due to an alleged nationwide conspiracy to inflate beef prices paid by consumers.
The Consumer Indirect Beef class action case alleges that from approximately 2015 through 2022, beef processors coordinated to restrict beef supply, reduce slaughter capacity, and manipulate pricing, resulting in higher retail prices for consumers. These l claims are brought under federal and state antitrust laws.
The lawsuit was filed by a group of consumer plaintiffs on behalf of U.S. purchasers of beef products and consolidated as part of In re Cattle and Beef Antitrust Litigation, pending in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota under Case No. 0:22-md-03031 (JRT/JFD). The case was overseen by Judge John R. Tunheim.
After several years of litigation, discovery, and expert analysis,Tyson Foods settled on August 23, 2024 and Cargill settled soon thereafter on October 7, 2024. The Consumer Indirect Beef lawsuit details include settlement agreements with Tyson and Cargill totaling $87.5 million, subject to court approval and distribution to eligible consumers who submit valid claims.
The Consumer Indirect Beef class action case alleges that from approximately 2015 through 2022, beef processors coordinated to restrict beef supply, reduce slaughter capacity, and manipulate pricing, resulting in higher retail prices for consumers. These l claims are brought under federal and state antitrust laws.
The lawsuit was filed by a group of consumer plaintiffs on behalf of U.S. purchasers of beef products and consolidated as part of In re Cattle and Beef Antitrust Litigation, pending in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota under Case No. 0:22-md-03031 (JRT/JFD). The case was overseen by Judge John R. Tunheim.
After several years of litigation, discovery, and expert analysis,Tyson Foods settled on August 23, 2024 and Cargill settled soon thereafter on October 7, 2024. The Consumer Indirect Beef lawsuit details include settlement agreements with Tyson and Cargill totaling $87.5 million, subject to court approval and distribution to eligible consumers who submit valid claims.
Lawsuit Name
Cattle and Beef Antitrust Litigation
Court
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Case Number
0:22-md-03031 (JRT/JFD)
Judge
Hon. John R. Tunheim (District Judge) and Hon. John F. Docherty (Magistrate Judge)
Plaintiffs
Kenneth Peterson, Jason Falbo, Sharon Dawson-Green, Lisa Melegari, Cindy Abernathy, Andrew Cohen, Marcelo Lopez, Stacey Troupe, Eric Gauchat, Sharon Killmon, Karen Carter, et al
Defendants
Tyson Foods, Inc. and Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., Cargill, Incorporated and Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation, JBS entities, National Beef Packing Company, LLC
Key Allegation
Beef processors conspired to limit supply / allocate market share, raising consumer beef prices.
Tyson Foods and Cargill Meat Class Action Settlement - $87,500,000
The Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation settlement update confirms that major beef producers Tyson Foods and Cargill have agreed to pay a combined $87.5 million to resolve claims that consumers overpaid for beef due to alleged anticompetitive conduct.
Under the Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation lawsuit settlement amount, Tyson will contribute $55 million and Cargill $32.5 million, creating a fund to compensate eligible U.S. consumers. The settlement covers individuals who purchased fresh or processed beef products for personal use during the covered period, even if they did not buy directly from the defendants. This defines Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation settlement eligibility broadly, focusing on end consumers.
As part of the settlement, the companies deny wrongdoing but agreed to provide monetary relief without requiring proof of purchase. Payments will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, depending on the number of valid claims and reported beef purchases.
This settlement has several unusually favorable and distinctive features compared to most large antitrust class actions including its estremely broad consumer eligibility, no receipts or proof are required, a purchase-based weighting (not just flat payouts), massive notice reach of tends of millions and an unusually long claim window.
Under the Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation lawsuit settlement amount, Tyson will contribute $55 million and Cargill $32.5 million, creating a fund to compensate eligible U.S. consumers. The settlement covers individuals who purchased fresh or processed beef products for personal use during the covered period, even if they did not buy directly from the defendants. This defines Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation settlement eligibility broadly, focusing on end consumers.
As part of the settlement, the companies deny wrongdoing but agreed to provide monetary relief without requiring proof of purchase. Payments will be calculated on a pro-rata basis, depending on the number of valid claims and reported beef purchases.
This settlement has several unusually favorable and distinctive features compared to most large antitrust class actions including its estremely broad consumer eligibility, no receipts or proof are required, a purchase-based weighting (not just flat payouts), massive notice reach of tends of millions and an unusually long claim window.
Deadline for filing a claim: June 30, 2026
Beef Class Action Payout: $50 - $125
Consumers searching for Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation settlement amount per person should understand that this is a purchase-weighted, pro-rata settlement, not a flat payment. Based on the $87.5 million fund and expected claim participation, claimants in this settlement may receive between $30 and $200, with most households likely falling in the $50–$125 range.
For those asking how much will I get from the Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation lawsuit, payouts depend on several case-specific factors:
- Reported beef purchases (months purchased and estimated spend or pounds)
- Total number of valid claims filed
- Net settlement fund after court-approved fees and administration costs
No receipts are required, but higher purchase estimates result in higher relative payouts.
Regarding Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation settlement payout date, payments are expected several months after the June 30, 2026 claim deadline, following final approval, any appeal periods, claim validation, and fraud review. Large antitrust settlements commonly distribute funds 6–12 months after the deadline.
For those asking how much will I get from the Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation lawsuit, payouts depend on several case-specific factors:
- Reported beef purchases (months purchased and estimated spend or pounds)
- Total number of valid claims filed
- Net settlement fund after court-approved fees and administration costs
No receipts are required, but higher purchase estimates result in higher relative payouts.
Regarding Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation settlement payout date, payments are expected several months after the June 30, 2026 claim deadline, following final approval, any appeal periods, claim validation, and fraud review. Large antitrust settlements commonly distribute funds 6–12 months after the deadline.
Consumer Antitrust Class Action Payouts
$120
$50
$40
Average Payouts
Beef Class Action Eligibility
The Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation class action eligibility criteria focus on whether you purchased beef as an end consumer during the covered period. According to court-approved settlement documents, Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation class action claimants generally qualify if they can answer “yes” to the claim form questions below:
- Did you purchase fresh or processed beef products for personal or household use?
- Were those purchases made in the United States?
- Did you buy beef during the covered period (approximately 2015–2022)?
- Were your purchases made from retailers, grocery stores, or clubs, rather than directly from a beef producer?
The claim form may also ask you to estimate months purchased and average spending or pounds bought, which the court approved to fairly allocate payouts without requiring receipts. A unique feature of this case is that eligibility is not limited by brand or store, reflecting the court’s finding that the alleged conduct affected beef prices market-wide, not just specific products.
- Did you purchase fresh or processed beef products for personal or household use?
- Were those purchases made in the United States?
- Did you buy beef during the covered period (approximately 2015–2022)?
- Were your purchases made from retailers, grocery stores, or clubs, rather than directly from a beef producer?
The claim form may also ask you to estimate months purchased and average spending or pounds bought, which the court approved to fairly allocate payouts without requiring receipts. A unique feature of this case is that eligibility is not limited by brand or store, reflecting the court’s finding that the alleged conduct affected beef prices market-wide, not just specific products.
Purchased beef products for personal consumption between August 1, 2014, and December 31, 2019
Purchased in one of the following states: AZ, CA, DC, FL, IL, IA, KS, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV,NH, NM, NY, NC, ND, OR, RI, SD, TN, UT, WV, WI
Beef Class Action Claim Form
The Beef class action claim form is quick and simple with Chimo. Some settlements take longer due to court approval, appeals, or fraud checks, but Chimo streamlines the process so you can get your share fas. Here's how to file a claim against Beef:
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Check eligibility now by answering a few quick questions
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Tell us where you want your check sent
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Submit your form before June 30, 2026
You'll receive confirmation and updates on your claim status.
FAQ
The court accepted evidence that the alleged conduct affected beef prices market-wide, meaning consumers paid more regardless of brand or store.
Yes. The claim form allows reasonable estimates, which the court approved because most consumers don’t keep grocery receipts for years.
Yes. Purchases from any retailer or grocery store count, as long as they were for personal or household use.
Because consumers bought beef from retailers, not directly from the producers accused of inflating prices.
Economic experts showed that supply restrictions can raise prices across the entire market, affecting all consumers.
There is no fixed cap, but payouts are weighted based on reported purchases and total claims submitted.
Typically no. The settlement is designed for one claim per household to avoid duplicate payments.
Each claimant still receives money, but payments are reduced proportionally based on total participation.
Settling avoids years of continued litigation and provides guaranteed compensation to consumers now.
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