- Begin by twisting or cutting off all but 1/2 inch of the tops from freshly harvested carrots. Scrub off any dirt under cold running water and allow them to air-dry.
- Seal the carrots in airtight plastic bags and place them in the refrigerator. If you simply leave fresh carrots in the refrigerator without proper storage, they may become limp within a few hours.
- If the ground is not susceptible to freezing and pests are not an issue, mature carrots can be left in the soil for temporary storage.
- Alternatively, you can store carrots in containers filled with either moist sand or dry sawdust in a cool, dry area.
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