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Peanut Farmers Antitrust
Peanut farmers who sold raw runner peanuts to certain shellers may be eligible for compensation from a $103 million antitrust settlement.
ClosedUnited States-wideClaim status: Closed on July 13, 2021Payout: Varies based on claims and court approvalNo longer claimable
About this settlement
Compensation for peanut farmers who sold raw runner peanuts to certain shellers during 2014-2019, related to alleged antitrust violations.
This class action settlement resolves claims by peanut farmers who sold raw runner peanuts to defendants including Golden Peanut, Birdsong, and Olam, alleging antitrust violations. The settlement fund totals nearly $103 million, with individual awards varying based on claims submitted and court-approved expenses.
Who qualifies
- Persons or entities in the US who sold raw, harvested runner peanuts to Golden Peanut, Birdsong, Olam, their subsidiaries, or joint ventures.
- Sales made between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2019.
Varies based on claims and court approval
Claim status: Closed on July 13, 2021