Dairy Farmers of America/Select Milk $34.4M Settlement
Southwest dairy farmers who produced and sold Grade A milk to Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) or Select Milk Producers between January 1 2015 and June 30 2025 could receive cash from a $34.4 million antitrust settlement. Payments will be distributed on a pro-rata basis. File your claim online or by mail no later than October 13 2025.
Who Is Eligible?
- You are an individual dairy farmer or farming entity.
- You produced Grade A milk.
- You sold that milk—independently, directly, or through an agent—to Dairy Farmers of America or Select Milk Producers.
- Your sales took place within DFA’s southwest region.
- Your qualifying sales occurred between January 1 2015 and June 30 2025.
Potential Payout
The net settlement fund (after court-approved deductions) will be divided among approved claimants in proportion to the volume of qualifying milk sold during the class period. No per-farmer dollar figure is available because payments depend on:
- Total pounds of qualifying Grade A milk reported by all claimants
- Your individual volume of qualifying sales
How to File a Claim
- Gather records that show the volume of Grade A milk you sold to DFA or Select Milk between 2015-2025.
- Complete the online claim form or print the PDF above.
- If mailing, send the completed form and documentation to:
SW Dairy Antitrust Litigation
c/o A.B. Data Ltd.
P.O. Box 173128
Milwaukee, WI 53217 - Ensure your submission is postmarked or filed online by October 13 2025.
Key Dates
- Claim & Exclusion Deadline: October 13 2025
- Fairness Hearing: November 12 2025
- Estimated Payment Date: After final approval and claim processing (date not yet set)
Why Did This Settlement Occur?
The lawsuit alleges that Dairy Farmers of America Inc. and Select Milk Producers Inc. conspired to restrain trade, suppressing competition and lowering the prices paid to Southwest dairy farmers for their milk—an alleged violation of federal antitrust law. The defendants deny wrongdoing, and the court has not ruled on liability. The $34.4 million settlement avoids continued litigation costs and uncertainties.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Dairy Farmers of America/Select Milk Settlement
Do I need proof of purchase to file a claim?
Yes. You must provide documentation showing the volume of Grade A milk you sold to DFA or Select Milk during the class period.
How will my payment be calculated?
After court-approved deductions, the remaining fund will be distributed pro-rata based on the pounds of qualifying milk each approved claimant sold between January 1 2015 and June 30 2025.
Can I exclude myself from the Dairy Farmers of America/Select Milk settlement?
Yes. You must submit a written request for exclusion postmarked by October 13 2025 if you wish to retain the right to sue the defendants separately.
When will I receive my settlement money?
The settlement administrator will send payments only after the court grants final approval and all claims are processed. No exact date is available yet.
Where can I get more information?
Visit the official settlement website at swdairylitigation.com or call the administrator at 866-830-4604.