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With Dakin Dairy for sale, Cameron Dakin Dairy might not be far behind

A Suncoast staple, Dakin Dairy Farms in Myakka City is up for sale after 22 years. As owner Jerry Dakin explained, that does not mean he is leaving the business anytime soon.

After 22 years in Manatee County, the owners of Dakin Dairy are looking to sell their dairy farm to the next generation of owners.

Jerry Dakin turned 350 acres of land off Betts Road in Myakka City into Dakin Dairy Farms more than 20 years ago. 

Jerry Dakin said he hopes to find a new owner to continue his legacy.

Owner Jerry Dakin said that after 22 years the farm needs to go to the next generation of farmers to meet the dairy’s full potential.

After 22 years, Jerry Dakin is selling his 350.2-acre farm.