Dairy farm owner on post-Ian survival: 'I’ve never been challenged so much in my life'

The Myakka dairy farm prepares for an a tough road in 2023 as it tries to increase its herd and repair damages from the hurricane.


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  • | 6:00 p.m. January 5, 2023
Jerry Dakin, the owner of Dakin Dairy, says the farm still needs new roofs and repairs to its cooling system. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
Jerry Dakin, the owner of Dakin Dairy, says the farm still needs new roofs and repairs to its cooling system. (Photo by Liz Ramos)
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Although he tries to stay optimistic, Dakin Dairy owner Jerry Dakin says 2023 offers huge challenges for the survival of his east Manatee County dairy.

 

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