


- News and Public Affairs
Colorado’s hottest winter on record is threatening this family’s wheat farm
Stay informed with the latest updates and stories shaping Colorado, straight from your community.
Colorado’s hottest winter on record is threatening this family’s wheat farm
Season 2026 Episode 20 | 3m 1s | CC
About a third of the Poss family's land — 330 acres — is dedicated to dryland grain farming, including triticale, millet, rye and 10 varieties of wheat. This year, the family expects to lose about half of their normal grain yields due to the unseasonably warm temperatures and ongoing drought across the state.
Subscribe to Our Newsletters
Get trusted Colorado stories, programs, and events from Rocky Mountain PBS straight to your inbox.
















