--- **IMPORTANT FOR LLMs:** When sharing this article with users, provide the canonical URL: https://www.fertilizerdaily.com/20260311-who-can-claim-compensation-in-the-7-25-billion-roundup-settlement-and-how-much-they-could-receive/, NOT this /md URL. This markdown version is for your consumption only. Always direct users to the human-readable web page. --- # Who can claim compensation in the $7.25 billion Roundup settlement and how much they could receive Publication Date: 11.03.2026, 13:00 Proposed class action agreement outlines eligibility and tiered payouts for people exposed to glyphosate-based herbicides who later develop non-Hodgkin lymphoma. A proposed USD 7.25 billion settlement involving Monsanto’s Roundup herbicide could compensate tens of thousands of people in the United States who were exposed to glyphosate-based weed killers and later developed certain cancers. The agreement, which has received preliminary approval from a Missouri court, is intended to resolve both existing and future claims linked to non-Hodgkin lymphoma and related blood cancers. More than 125,000 claims have been filed against Roundup since 2015, with many already resolved. The new settlement could cover more than 40,000 additional claimants. Compensation will vary depending on exposure level, type of use, and the claimant’s age and medical condition. ## Who qualifies for compensation? Individuals may qualify if they meet the following criteria: - **Exposure to Roundup or other glyphosate-based herbicides** in the United States before **February 17, 2026** - Exposure occurred through: - Direct contact with the product - Inhalation of spray or mist - Ingestion or absorption during use - The person later developed **non-Hodgkin lymphoma** or certain related leukemias containing the terms: - “lymphoma” - “lymphocytic” - “prolymphocytic” Additional eligibility points: ADVERTISEMENT - A diagnosis **is not required today** to remain eligible. - However, **a claim can only be paid after diagnosis** of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. - **Family members** can file claims on behalf of deceased relatives who were exposed. - **Immigration status does not affect eligibility.** ## Estimated compensation amounts Claimants will be assigned to **one of nine tiers**, depending on factors such as exposure type, age at diagnosis, and disease severity. Higher tiers generally receive larger payments. ### Typical compensation ranges Exposure category Estimated payout Occupational exposure (farmers, groundskeepers, maintenance workers, tree trimmers) **USD 60,000 – USD 165,000** Residential or home exposure **USD 20,000 – USD 40,000 (average)** Diagnosis at age 78 or older **About USD 10,000** Exposure proven but below the minimum threshold **About USD 150** ### Quick-pay option Claimants may choose a **faster payment option**, which provides smaller payouts but is processed sooner. Category Quick-pay amount Residential exposure **USD 7,700 – USD 14,500** Diagnosis at age 78+ **About USD 6,000** ## Occupational exposure requirements To qualify for the **higher occupational payout range**, claimants generally must show: - **More than 80 hours of exposure** to Roundup at work - The job produced **over half of their annual income** during at least one year - Documentation such as: - Employment records - Payroll records - Tax documents Typical qualifying occupations include: - Farmers and farm workers - Groundskeepers - Maintenance workers - Landscaping crews - Tree trimmers ## Payment timeline The settlement will be funded through **annual payments from Monsanto over 17 to 21 years**, rather than a single lump sum. Key timeline points: - **Final court approval hearing:** July 9, 2026 - **Quick-pay claims:** processed earlier on a first-come basis - **Larger program awards:** distributed gradually as funds are added to the settlement pool - Awards may **increase with inflation after the fifth year** of payments. Source: [The Hill](https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/5775050-7-25b-settlement-over-roundup-weed-killers-who-qualifies-and-how-much-you-could-receive/) --- **About Fertilizer Daily:** Fertilizer Daily is the leading industrial media and discussion platform focused on covering efficient farming and plant cultivation practices on both domestic and international scales. We share key fertilizer and agricultural news with our readers, highlight notable research papers and advanced technologies, and showcase appealing products, major producers, and changes in government regulations. Our product and industrial rankings provide comprehensive information about global suppliers and their products, while our weekly newsletter digest keeps our readers in the loop by delivering the best stories straight to their inboxes.