Carrots. Storage parameters

Produce Preparation for Long-Term Carrot Storage

Before loading carrots into storage, remove the green tops. If left attached, they pull moisture from the root, causing weight loss, shriveling, and a drop in commercial quality.

Recommended Storage Volume

Carrots should be stored in single chambers or containers with a capacity of up to 1,500 tons.
Fresh-air intake is not required under this storage method.

Optimal Temperature (t°C)

Maintain a temperature range of –1°C to +1°C for maximum shelf life and quality retention.

Humidity

Relative humidity should be kept at 95% to prevent dehydration.

CO₂ Levels

Excess carbon dioxide must be regularly removed.
Maximum CO₂ concentration: ≤ 5%.

Storage Life

  • Year-round storage with refrigeration systems.

  • Until April when using an aeration-based ventilation system.

Storage Facility Requirements

Carrots must be rapidly cooled after harvest to preserve firmness and color.
Most producers store carrots in durable containers to ensure stable airflow and easy handling.

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Commercial vegetable crop cultivation before harvest
Field production quality sets the baseline for storage performance.
Harvested vegetables prepared for post-harvest handling
Gentle harvesting and sorting reduce mechanical damage before cooling.
Vegetables sorted and prepared in a packhouse
Packhouse workflow connects field quality with storage and market requirements.
Vegetables stored in a controlled cold storage chamber
Temperature, humidity and airflow must work as one controlled system.