Storing beets and carrots for the winter

These crops are direct seeded and keep well into fall and winter.
 
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SheilaKaarina
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What is the best and easiest way to store beets and carrots for the winter? I have a cold room that is at 54F right now but will get colder as the temperatures drop here in northern Ontario. I have read about packing them in sand but that sounds messy and where does one get sand? I need something quick and easy- a bit overwhelmed with getting the harvest in. Thanks for any suggestions!
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Here we can store them in the garden. Your climate won't allow for this.

I've used woodchips or sawdust that is kept moist. Alternate layers of chips and carrots or beets. The colder it is, the thicker Your topmost protective layer needs to be.
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