For more than a century, Clendenen’s Cider Works has been rooted in Humboldt County agriculture. Today, Cliff Clendenen carries on his family’s legacy by growing fresh apples, producing local cider, and embracing sustainable farming practices on his five-acre orchard.
Through a California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Farm to School grant, Cliff is also helping bring locally grown, nutritious food to students in his community — creating meaningful connections between young people and the farmers who grow their food.
Meet the farmer behind one of Humboldt County’s longest-standing apple farms and learn how tradition, stewardship, and innovation continue to shape the future of California agriculture.
Resources:
California Department of Food and Agriculture
California Farm to School Program
CDFA Farmer Resource Portal
CDFA Grant Programs
Video: Visiting Apple Hill