California Hybrids: the premier source of flavor, color and shape.
Speciality hybrid tomato and pepper varieties to suit any grower’s needs.


California Hybrids is a leading developer of hybrid tomato and peppers. Founded in 1991 by
Dr. Kanti Rawal, California Hybrids has quickly become a forerunner in flavorful, colorful varieties bred for commercial and home garden use.
With an international roster of clients ranging from large growers and seed distributors to catalogue seed companies and retailers, California Hybrids has shown an unmatched dedication to quality and service. Featured on the Food Network, the LA Times and New York Times, California Hybrids’ varieties represent both a return to tradition as well as a forward-thinking approach to commercial viability and success.

Kanti and book RIPE on NPR!

Kanti and book RIPE on NPR!

Arthur Allen was interviewed on NPR twice about his new book on tomatoes RIPE and mentioned CalHy founder Dr. Kanti Rawal.

Kanti Featured in RIPE

Kanti Featured in RIPE

Arthur Allen’s new book Ripe: The Search for the Perfect Tomato features California Hybrids founder Dr. Kanti Rawal. Kanti is a main character in this book, and many CalHy varieties are mentioned!