Welcome
The mission of the Mid-Hudson Fuel Buyers Community (MHFBC) is to offer negotiated discounted fuels, services, and equipment to its local members. The MHFBC has been negotiating with local suppliers of propane, fuel oil and kerosene since 2013. Read more about us below…
Recent News
Mid-Hudson Fuel Buyers Community
OIL PRICE MARKET FLUCTUATIONS
Dear Community,
Due to the recent explosive political situation, oil prices have been changing erratically. Please visit our website for the current oil prices: midhudsonfuelbuyers.org/prices-oil/
While MHFBC member enrollment is open, Bottini will continue to adjust prices each Tuesday and Friday at 5:00pm.
Thank you,
The MHFBC Team
Mid-Hudson Fuel Buyers Community
BREAKING NEWS: Big Price Changes Coming Friday for Oil Users
Dear Community,
Due to the explosive political situation, oil prices have today risen dramatically.
Bottini has just informed us they will hold the agreed-upon prices until this Friday June 20th at 5:00pm, after which they will quote higher prices.
Thanks for your understanding,
The MHFBC Team
Mid-Hudson Fuel Buyers Community
FUEL BUYING MEMBERSHIPS NOW OPEN for the 2025-2026 SEASON
Dear Community,
The Mid-Hudson Fuel Buyers Community is excited to announce the prices for the 2025-2026 heating season. This year we are again using Bottini for oil and Paraco for propane.
We hope that you waited for our price announcement before signing with another fuel supplier.
Enrollment is open from June 17, 2025 through July 17, 2025 at 5pm. Please log into your account at MidHudsonFuelBuyers.org to enroll.
Please tell your friends about the Fuel Buying Community, especially that the application window is open for a limited time.
PROPANE
Propane and service contract prices can be found on our website at our Propane Info & Prices page: MidHudsonFuelBuyers.org/prices-propane/
Returning customers: Once we send acknowledgement to Paraco of your enrollment, they will update your account and send you a confirmation email that your account has been updated. Please allow 48 hours before checking your account online.
New customers: Once we send acknowledgement of your enrollment, Paraco will call you as soon as possible to arrange credit checks, appliance inspection, and tank installation.
FUEL OIL and KEROSENE
Oil and service contract prices can be found on our website at our Oil Info & Prices page: MidHudsonFuelBuyers.org/prices-oil/
Please be aware that oil prices are subject to change each week, especially in this volatile market. The next time prices are subject to change is June 20, 2025 at 5pm.
Thank you for your support,
The team at MHFBC
More About Us
Each spring, the MHFBC negotiates discounted prices for fuel oil, propane, kerosene, and also service contracts for the upcoming season. Registered users must reapply for annual membership each summer, in order to qualify for the MHFBC pricing. Registered users will pay the annual non-refundable membership fee when the signup period opens. They then separately enter into a contract directly with the supplier for fuel and other products and services. For 2025-26, the annual non-refundable membership fee is $15 per supplier.
The MHFBC is administered by a small group of unpaid volunteers, who have no connection to the industry, nor to any heating fuel company. A paid part-time contractor(s) responds to emails and telephone inquiries, and performs other administrative tasks. Members are invited to volunteer for these administrative tasks, which are necessary to keep the Buyers Community running.
Online registration is available at any time through this website. Creating an account ensures you will be sent ongoing information about the signup periods, and for the pricing offered each year. Once the new season’s prices and application period have been negotiated, they are posted on our site’s Prices page.
The MHFBC has a Facebook group, which is open to all. We encourage comments and posts related to heating and energy conservation issues. Please also read our Q&A page before joining the MHFBC, or asking questions of our volunteers.