According to the economic research service of the US Department of Agriculture, carrot consumption is on the rise, and highest in the East and Central regions of the country.  The online publication "Factors Affecting Carrot Consumption in the United States" examines where and how much fresh and processed carrots are eaten and links this consumption to various economic, social, and demographic characteristics of consumers."  More consumption reports are available from the USDA at: http://www.ers.usda.gov/briefing/consumption/ . 

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