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Louisiana Harvest of the Month - Root Crops

Crystal Besse, Wesley, Jacey, Motsenbocker, Carl E.

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Fun Facts About Root Crops

  • You can eat the tops (leaves) and bottoms (roots) of all of these root crops!
  • Energy is stored in the roots of these plants in the form of starches or sugars.
  • Beet juice is often used as a natural dye.
  • The most popular carrot color in the U.S. is orange, but carrots can also be purple, red, yellow and white.

Root Crops Are Nutritious and Good for You!

  • Root crops are excellent sources of fiber, antioxidants and vitamin C.
  • Carrots and beets are high in vitamin A, which supports good eyesight.
  • A cup of mashed turnips has 51 calories and as much calcium as half a slice of cheddar cheese.
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