Founded over a decade ago by a handful of tomato-loving friends, what began as a weekly gathering to discuss all things tomatoes has blossomed into a global community of over 1 million.

From hobbyists and backyard gardeners, to breeders and experts alike, World Tomato Society is deeply committed to research, education, and tomato preservation.

We’re committed to ensuring that a rich heritage of food biodiversity, including tomatoes, will flourish and enrich cuisines for generations to come.

MEET THE TEAM

  • Helen Pastorino

    CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    Chief Executive Officer
    President and Founder

    Helen’s Favorite Tomato Varieties:

    Dancing with Smurfs,
    Black Krim, Ananas Noire

  • Andrea Clapp

    IOWA, UNITED STATES

    Chief Operating Officer
    Director Of Research And Innovation

    Andrea’s Favorite Tomato Varieties:

    “I enjoy most purple varieties.
    L’amore Della Nonna is my favorite.”

  • Dorota Basiura

    KIELCE, POLAND

    Website Content Director

    Dorota’s Favorite Tomato Varieties:

    Stump of the World, Amish Rose, Ananas Zebra,
    Italian Large Red Pear, Arbuznyy, Cowlick’s
    Brandywine

  • Rimantė Varkalaitė-Bakienė

    VILNIUS, LITHUANIA

    Tomato Database Manager

    Rimantė’s Favorite Tomato Varieties:

    “It depends on my mood… Sungold, Lady
    Madonna, Xanadu Green Goddess, Long Tall
    Sally, Linnaeus Heart, Pink Siberian Tiger.”

  • Keara Donahue

    IDAHO, UNITED STATES

    Tomato Database Assistant

    Keara’s Favorite Tomato Varieties:

    Japanese Black Truffle, Hillbilly, Great White
    Blue, Willa’s Cariboo Rose, Beauty King,
    Long Tall Sally