Ritter's Cider Mill, Jefferson Township

About Ritter's Cider Mill

Ritter's Cider Mill in Jefferson Township invites visitors to pick their own pumpkins and watch cider being made in the traditional way. The farm was founded in 1978 by Gary and Debra Ritter along with Gary's parents, Irving and Arlene Ritter, who began pressing cider and have maintained the same standards of cleanliness and freshness since opening. Visitors can observe the cider-making process and fill their own baskets with fresh-picked apples from a wide variety available on the farm. The operation emphasizes old-fashioned quality and down-home goodness in all its products. Members of the Ritter family typically greet guests, creating a friendly atmosphere throughout the farm. The setting suits visitors seeking an active farm experience with hands-on activities rather than passive observation. A visit here involves picking produce, watching production firsthand, and taking home fresh farm products.