How to Receive Payment from the $117 Million Pork Class Action Settlement

The surge in searches for "action" in recent weeks is linked to the October 29, 2026 deadline for Brazilian consumers who purchased pork products in the United States to claim a portion of a $117 million class action settlement. The case garnered attention after details about the lawsuit and the requirements for receiving payment were released.

What Led to the $117 Million Settlement

The lawsuit alleges that major pork producers conspired to limit supply and inflate prices, utilizing the Agri Stats data-sharing service and engaging in production restrictions and export manipulation. Although the court did not declare guilt, six companies accepted the settlement, while two others had already reached previous agreements.

Who Is Eligible to Receive Payment

Consumers who purchased pork products in the United States between June 28, 2014, and June 30, 2018, are eligible. To participate, consumers must complete and submit a valid claim form by October 29, 2026. There is no other way to receive payment.

How to Claim Compensation

The claim form is available on the official Pork Consumer Purchasers Settlement website. Filling it out requires purchase data to prove eligibility within the mentioned period. After submission, the documentation will be reviewed, and if approved, payment will be made in cash.

Companies Involved and Previous Settlements

The lawsuit names JBS USA Food Company, Clemens Food Group, Hormel Foods, Seaboard Foods, Smithfield Foods, Triumph Foods, Tyson Foods, and the data company Agri Stats. Of the eight companies mentioned, six accepted the current settlement: Agri Stats, Clemens, Hormel, Seaboard, Triumph, and Tyson. JBS and Smithfield had already reached agreements whose claim periods have since closed.

Restrictions Imposed on Agri Stats

In a separate judgment, a federal judge imposed restrictions on Agri Stats, prohibiting the offering of individual sales reports and the disclosure of non-public data from meat processors. The company may continue to publish aggregated information, provided it is at least 45 days old and that referred production decisions were made at least 90 days prior. A monitor appointed by the Department of Justice will oversee compliance with the restrictions for up to seven years.

What to Expect After the Claim Deadline

After October 29, new claims will not be accepted. Payments will be distributed among approved claimants according to the total settlement amount, which exceeds $117 million. Consumers who have not yet submitted the form should do so immediately to ensure their right to receive payment.

With information from News4JAX, Meatingplace.