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If you’re like me, the shorter days and cooler nights of September bring with them the overwhelming urge to store away food for the winter. Fortunately, the organization [2] CISA (Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture), based in Western Massachusetts, has just added a new feature to their website on storing winter crops at home.

[3] Store Local has tips on storing potatoes, winter squash, sweet potatoes, garlic, and root vegetables such as carrots, beets, and celeriac. They include a link for those storing in apartments or with limited space, and also a list of food preservation resources.

Certain varieties and, in general, in an unwashed condition are better for long-term storage. Remember, if you’re unsure if the vegetable is suitable for winter storage, ask your farmer.