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Top Stories

Hoodbaby’s Invader Zim Strain Drop Showcases ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Opportunity

From trimmer to trailblazer, Zak “Hoodbaby” Alkatib released his proprietary strain developed in Ball Family Farms’ Rare Breeds program.

July 21, 2025

Top Stories

Cannabis Conference Announces Chris Ball as Keynote Speaker

Chris Ball, CEO of Ball Family Farms, will share his experiences in cannabis, from being incarcerated for cannabis sales to launching and operating a legal cannabis cultivation business in an ever-challenging industry.

April 25, 2023

Indoor Cannabis Cultivation

7 Considerations for Starting a Cultivation Business

Seasoned operators share vital lessons to consider when mapping out your cultivation start-up.

March 30, 2023

California

What Social Equity Programs Can Learn From College Sports: Q&A With Ball Family Farms’ Chris Ball

Ball discusses the challenges that minority-owned cannabis businesses face and why social equity programs usually come up short in helping them reach their full potential.

February 10, 2023

California

Highsman’s Ricky Williams and Ball Family Farms’ Chris Ball Collaborate for Cannabis Culture

The two California companies partnered on a cultivar collaboration and are using their platform to share their experiences, educate consumers, and end the stigma around cannabis.

October 27, 2022

California

Highsman, Ball Family Farms Partner on ‘Ricky Baker’ Cultivar

The collaborative cultivar will be available in retail stores across California beginning Oct. 8.

October 3, 2022

Interviews & Opinion

Going From Traditional to Legal: Q&A with Chris Ball

Chris Ball, owner and CEO of Los Angeles-based Ball Family Farms, shares the latest at BFF, his perspective on the California market, and what to expect from his speaking session at Cannabis Conference 2022.

July 19, 2022

Interviews & Opinion

From Legacy Kingpin to Successful CEO

Chris Ball, owner and CEO of Los Angeles-based Ball Family Farms, details his journey from the legacy market to the legal market as one of LA's first social equity licensees.

February 14, 2022

Cannabis Branding Different Strains

Mom Made Them Do It

Chris and Charles Ball’s mom settled a brotherly argument. Now, the Ball family is on a mission to create the highest quality cannabis while providing opportunities for other social equity applicants through its LA-based Ball Family Farms.

October 13, 2021