DEC 31 1980; Fort Lupton Farmer Stan Watada Prepares For Seeding By Mulching His Field; The dry, warm weather this fall and winter has caused many problems for farmers in the area. One farmer near Watada-é+¦s operation complained that the soil isn't breaking up easily and is hard on the equipment. Officials say it is too soon to get very concerned, but if it doesn't snow much in the next few months, a drought is in prospect.; (Photo By Lyn Alweis/The Denver Post via Getty Images)
