Pot Noodle, a UK instant hot snack brand, is trialling a recyclable paper pot made with FSC-certified paper, with the aim of switching its entire range to it. [ + ]

Coca-Cola Australia is switching its Sprite green plastic bottles to clear plastic, making them easier to recycle into new bottles locally. [ + ]

Results of an international assessment of aspartame cited "limited evidence" for carcinogenicity in humans but more research is needed; and no changes to the daily intake assessment. [ + ]

While Australia is still in negotiations with the EU over its free trade agreement, New Zealand has signed its EU FTA in Brussels. [ + ]

Kerry will be showcasing its capabilities in sustainable taste, proactive health, plant protein and food protection and preservation. [ + ]

Anuga Meat will be taking place from 7–11 October in Cologne, with around 600 exhibitors set to be present at the trade show. [ + ]

A lollipop might be a sweet reward after the doctor's office, but soon, it could also be used to make diagnostic testing less invasive and more enjoyable. [ + ]

Animal-based food products come packaged with an array of labels, such as organic, natural or grass-fed, which can cause confusion for consumers. [ + ]

Pact Group has partnered with ALDI Australia to supply recycled plastic packaging for some of ALDI's own-brand products, such as beverage bottles, meat trays and fruit and vegetable punnets. [ + ]

Supply chain leader Bruce Herbert has been appointed as Strategic Advisor of TMX Global, based in its Sydney office. [ + ]

Onions Australia is set to merge with AUSVEG, which will provide AUSVEG with a stronger voice to better advocate on behalf of vegetable, potato and onion growers. [ + ]

With the environmental impact of manufacturing and production now more critical than ever, sustainability will be front and centre at foodpro 2023. [ + ]

Food Standards Australia New Zealand has called for comment on separate applications to lower shellfish toxin levels and allow a new processing aid. [ + ]

A Greener World, a non-profit certifier, has announced Manna Hill Estate as the first producer in Australia to be Certified Regenerative by AGW. [ + ]

On World Chocolate Day today, we take a look at Ferrero Group's progress with its key sustainability objectives and targets in Australia, and globally. [ + ]