Who qualifies for the Beef Price Fixing Settlements?

You may qualify if you indirectly purchased eligible beef products for personal consumption between August 1, 2014 and December 31, 2019 in a listed Repealer Jurisdiction. Indirectly purchased generally means you bought it from a grocery store or supermarket rather than directly from a defendant.

What beef products are included?

Eligible products include beef (fresh or frozen) made from chuck, loin, rib, or round primal cuts, excluding certain premium, specialty, and processed products listed in the notice.

What is the settlement amount?

The settlements total $87,500,000, consisting of $55,000,000 from Tyson and $32,500,000 from Cargill, subject to Court approval.

What is the opt out deadline and objection deadline?

March 30, 2026 for both opting out and objecting.

How much will I get paid?

Payments will be a pro rata share of the net settlement fund and will be proportional to the amount of included beef you purchased during the class period. The exact payment depends on the number of valid claims and Court approved deductions.

How do I submit a claim?

Submit a claim online through the official settlement website or mail a completed claim form postmarked by June 30, 2026.

$87.5M Beef Price-Fixing Settlement — Claim by June 30, 2026

Q: When is the fairness hearing?

May 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CDT.

By Steve Levine

$87.5M consumer beef price-fixing class action settlement — Tyson and Cargill

Published: January 21, 2026 · Updated: June 13, 2026

Status Open to Claims

Settlement Amount $87,500,000

Claim Form Deadline June 30, 2026

Proof Required No no receipts required for most claims

What is the Beef Price Fixing Class Action About?

You may be part of a new $87,500,000 class action settlement after allegations were raised that consumer beef prices in stores were fixed.

The antitrust class action lawsuit claimed that major American beef processors, including JBS, Cargill, National Beef, and Tyson Foods, conspired with each other to stop competing for market share, raising beef prices on ordinary American consumers.

The beef price-fixing class action lawsuit says that the purpose and effect of monopolizing and agreeing not to compete for market prices was higher margins for the companies and higher prices paid by consumers for beef.

Tyson and Cargill deny wrongdoing. The Court has not ruled that the beef companies did anything wrong. The settlements are proposed and require final Court approval.

Who is Included in the Settlement?

You may be included and eligible for a payment if you indirectly purchased eligible beef products for personal consumption between August 1, 2014 and December 31, 2019.

Indirectly purchased generally means you did not buy directly from one of the beef producers. Instead, like 99% of consumers, you bought it at a grocery store or supermarket in your everyday food purchases.

How Much Can I Get Paid?

Your payment will be a pro rata share of the settlement fund and depends on how much eligible beef you purchased during the class period and how many valid claims are approved.

There is no fixed payout amount. If you bought more eligible beef than average, your payment may be higher. If you bought less, your payment may be lower.

Most everyday grocery shoppers should expect a modest payment, potentially ranging from a few dollars to several dozen dollars, depending on total claims and Court approved deductions.

Eligible Beef Products

Eligible products include beef (fresh or frozen) made from chuck, loin, rib, or round primal cuts.

Where You Must Have Purchased

The class action states purchases must have been made in one of the listed states and jurisdictions, sometimes referred to as Repealer Jurisdictions:

Arizona, California, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

What Beef Products Are Not Included?

The class action settlement notice says these beef products are excluded if they were marketed as:

• Premium: USDA Prime, organic, 100% grass-fed, Wagyu, American-Style Kobe Beef.
• Specialty: No Antibiotics Ever (NAE), antibiotic-free, kosher, halal, certified humane.
• Processed: Ground, marinated, seasoned, flavored, breaded, or cooked beef.

How to File a Claim

To receive a payment, you must submit a Claim Form with all required information by June 30, 2026. You can file online through the official settlement website or mail a claim form that is postmarked by the deadline.

If you plan to file on behalf of someone else, the settlement administrator says documentation may be required to show you have authority to do so.

Do I Need Proof to File a Claim?

The beef class action lawsuit focuses on your estimated purchases during the class period. Many consumer settlements accept claims without receipts, but you should read the claim form instructions carefully and submit only truthful information. If you have documentation, you can keep it for your records in case the administrator requests follow-up.

Estimated Payment

If your claim is approved, payments will be a pro rata share of the net settlement fund after Court approved deductions for administration, lawyer fees, costs, and any service awards. The notice says your payment is expected to be proportional to the amount of eligible beef you purchased during the class period. The final amount depends on total valid claims.

Key Deadlines

• Claim submission deadline: June 30, 2026
• Opt out deadline: March 30, 2026
• Objection deadline: March 30, 2026
• Fairness Hearing: May 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CDT

Case Overview

The case is titled In re: Cattle and Beef Antitrust Litigation. Consumer plaintiffs allege several major beef processors coordinated to limit competition and increase beef prices. Tyson and Cargill agreed to settlements totaling $87.5 million to resolve claims against them, while other defendants have not settled.

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What are my Options?

• Submit a claim to receive a payment if eligible.
• Do nothing. You will not receive a cash payment, and you will be bound by the settlements, giving up the right to sue Tyson and Cargill over the legal claims in this lawsuit later.
• Opt out by March 30, 2026 to keep your right to sue Tyson and Cargill on your own. You will not receive a payment from these settlements.
• Object by March 30, 2026 if you remain in the class and want to tell the Court why you believe the settlements are unfair.

How to Opt Out

To exclude yourself, submit a written opt out request that is postmarked by March 30, 2026. The settlement website provides instructions and an address for mailing an exclusion request. If you opt out, you will not receive money from these settlements.

How to Object

To object, submit a written objection by March 30, 2026. If you stay in the settlement class and object, you will still be bound by the settlement if it is approved. If you opt out, you cannot object.

Claim Form Website: OverchargedForBeef.com

Submit Claim

Official Settlement Notice

Sources

• Official Settlement Website: www.OverchargedForBeef.com
• U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, In re: Cattle and Beef Antitrust Litigation, Case No. 0:22-MD-3031 (JRT/JFD)

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Settlement Amount $87,500,000

Case Title In re: Cattle and Beef Antitrust Litigation

Case Number 0:22-MD-3031 (JRT/JFD)

Court U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota

Final Approval Hearing May 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CDT

Administrator Epiq Class Action and Claims Solutions, Inc.

Official Website Overcharged For Beef.com