I burned Maeder pellets for two years they were an excellent quality at that time. This year at the beginning of fall I bought 4 ton which is normally enough to last all winter with some left over. I am currently almost out and it's just the beginning of Jan. The pellets are not the same quality that they were. They crumble easily, are a lighter color and are not the shiny hard long cylinder they were. I have also used twice as many as I have in previous years. I called Maeder and was told Mr. Maeder would call me back about the poor quality still waiting. I am searching for another company at this time to buy from.