How to store carrots in winter

It is difficult to eat fresh vegetables in winter in northern regions, so we should try to preserve vegetables in advance. We can save carrots. Now let’s see how to store carrots in winter.

How to store carrots in winter

1. When storing carrots in winter, it is most important to prevent them from sprouting and growing hollow cores. At the same time, the storage temperature of the carrots must be controlled. It cannot be too high or too low, otherwise the nutritional value will be greatly reduced.

2. Carrots are fleshy roots and are easily susceptible to frost damage. Carrots should be stored in an environment of 0~3℃ and the relative humidity should be maintained at 90%~95%.

3. Carrots can be stored in a ditch. Dig a 1~1.5 meter deep bubble. This can provide good insulation and keep the temperature relatively stable. Dig it in a high place to prevent water accumulation, so that the carrots will not go bad.

4. Then you can put the carrots in, and then store them in a layer of wet sand. This can protect the moisture well and increase the carbon dioxide concentration.

5. Carrots can also be stored in stacks. Place the carrots in a cellar or ventilated warehouse. They can be piled up or stacked, but not too high, otherwise the temperature will be too high and they will easily go bad.

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