Hmm that's going to be hard without the tops unless you want to can or freeze them. They just don't last long once damaged.

Can they be stored in the fridge? Cooler storage will last longer. Root cellar? Maybe but then tend to go moldy much faster when broken or damaged. Personally I'd can or freeze them while in their best condition.

Dave

Hmmm... not the answer I was hoping for, but thinking you're probably right.

We don't have an extra fridge, but we do have two large crispers in our regular kitchen fridge. If we stuff them right full as late as possible, that lasts until the end of December(ish) if we don't go nuts eating them.

Our chest freezer is already full to capacity and my husband disapproves of canning them because of texture issues. I'm probably the only one who would try them pickled.

I'll stuff the crispers for sure then. What would be the best second choice storage option for the rest? Even if it's only good for a couple of months (we'll use them first), it's still something. Our basement is quite cool, but I think I'd still have to insulate them to some degree. I read about people using moist sand, but I wonder if it imparts any off flavour to the carrots over time.