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Farmer's Rice Cooperative Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Farmer's Rice Cooperative data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Farmer's Rice Cooperative
Farmer's Rice Cooperative, also known as FRC, is a grower-owned rice marketing cooperative based in California. Founded in 1944, the organization is the largest rice marketing firm in the state, handling about a quarter of all rice grown in California. FRC operates its main office in Princeton, Colusa County, with milling and manufacturing facilities in West Sacramento.
The cooperative supplies premium California rice to a range of customers, including food manufacturers, brewers, retailers, exporters and distributors. Its products reach both domestic and international markets, with about half of its rice exported to regions such as Asia, the Middle East, Hawaii and Guam. FRC operates its main office in Princeton, Colusa County, with milling and manufacturing facilities in West Sacramento.
What happened?
Between Aug. 30, 2024, and Sept. 2, 2024, Farmer's Rice Cooperative experienced a ransomware attack compromising the personal information of thousands of individuals involved with the company. The data breach was discovered on Aug. 31, 2024, and a forensic investigation confirmed that unauthorized access occurred during this period.
On Sept. 4, 2024, the ransomware group known as PLAY claimed responsibility for the attack, posting on the dark web that they had accessed and published private and confidential information, including client documents, payroll records, contracts, tax information and IDs.
Farmer's Rice Cooperative notified affected individuals by mail on July 1, 2025. The total number of impacted individuals has not been released, but includes at least 4,210 Maine residents.
Possible Exposed Information
- Name
- Address
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Driver's license or state ID number
- Financial information
- Contract details
- Tax information
The cybersecurity incident was reported to the California and Maine Attorney Generals' offices beginning on Aug. 19, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification letter from Farmer's Rice Cooperative or believe your information may have been involved, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Identity theft protection services: Enroll in the free IDX credit monitoring and identity theft protection services by the Oct. 1, 2025 deadline.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Farmer's Rice Cooperative data breach, you may be eligible for compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.
To find out if you qualify and to join a potential lawsuit, complete the form below.
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