Carrots Post Harvest Handling and Storage (2001) - 2 pages

Maturity

Carrots accumulate sugars as they mature in the field. A high sugar content improves eating

quality, increases storage potential and maintains moisture in the roots during storage. At harvest, carrots must be firm and bright orange in colour, should have achieved sufficient size to fill in the tips, and should have uniform taper from shoulder to tip.

Harvesting, Handling & Storage

Storage Diseases