Article | Jun 03. 2026 - 2:20PM

Integrating natural colors in food and beverage production

Natural colors are not drop-in replacements for artificial colors. They behave differently, and understanding those differences is the key to a smooth, predictable transition.

Article | May 28. 2026 - 11:55AM

A colorful beginning: how Oterra’s journey in America started in 1876

Oterra has a heritage that stretches back 150 years when the first natural food colorings were introduced to the American public at the World's Fair in Philadelphia.

Article | May 21. 2026 - 12:28PM

Making natural colors perform in real food and beverage formulations

You need performance you can trust. Natural color solutions have been proven to work in many applications, not just in a lab

Article | May 20. 2026 - 11:17AM

Snackable ice cream trends: how natural colors drive visual appeal and clean label innovation

Dairy & Fruit Prep & Ice Cream

Ice cream has always been about pleasure. But how, when, and why consumers enjoy it is changing.

Article | May 18. 2026 - 8:42AM

Black carrot: one raw material, infinite possibilities

BeverageConfectioneryDairy & Fruit Prep & Ice Cream

Black carrot is one of the most versatile and reliable naturally sourced food colors available today. From bright pinks and reds to deep, rich purples, it delivers a wide spectrum of vibrant shades. All backed by proven performance.

Press Release

Press Release | May 06. 2026 - 12:32PM

Debut and Oterra partner to develop and scale biotech alternative to Red 40 for food and beverage

Oterra is teaming up with Debut Biotechnology in a multi-million-dollar partnership to create and scale a natural substitute for artificial red colors used in food and drinks

Article | Apr 29. 2026 - 1:42PM

Color drives consumer choice: how to protect iconic shades when switching to natural colors

Color change is one of the biggest perceived barriers to switching to colors from natural raw materials and one of the most solvable. With the right expertise and collaboration, iconic brand shades can be protected while meeting modern expectations.

Press Release

Press Release | Mar 19. 2026 - 11:21AM

Oterra’s sustainability management recognized by EcoVadis

Oterra earns an EcoVadis Silver medal, ranking in the top 15% globally, and is recognized as a Leader in carbon management for its sustainability practices.

Article | Mar 09. 2026 - 3:38PM

US Consumer Food Trends: Health, Comfort & Color Insights

Awareness of food and beverage choices is rising among US consumers. While this does not yet represent a complete shift in mindset, it has started to influence how people think about their habits and what is inside the food and beverages they consume.

Article | Mar 06. 2026 - 11:52AM

Martin Sonntag steps down as CEO of Oterra

Oterra CEO Martin Sonntag has decided to step down and leave the company for personal reasons.