Broiler Chicken Grower Antitrust Litigation (No. III)
The causation theory is supported by economic analyses and expert witness testimonies demonstrating that collusive agreements among poultry companies artificially inflated prices and restricted supply, directly causing financial harm to growers. Econometric models and expert opinions establish that these anti-competitive practices reduced growers' revenues and increased costs, leading to economic damages.
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Pending actions
6
Total actions filed
Active
Status
12/16/2025
Established
Who qualifies
The anti-competitive conduct occurred primarily from 2008 through 2019. Plaintiffs include individuals and entities who purchased broiler chickens from defendants such as Tyson, Perdue, and Pilgrim's Pride during this period. Financial loss is measured by overcharges paid due to collusion and price-fixing, with no specific minimum loss or contract type required.
Products involved
- broiler chickens
Alleged injuries
- reduced income
- contractual manipulation
- business disruption
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