Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation BEIJING, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --Â Origin Agritech Ltd. (NASDAQ: SEED) (the "Company" or "Origin"), a leading Chinese agricultural technology company, today announced that its pioneering corn haploid induction line Hi3 gene editing technology has been selected as one of the Top 10 Major Progresses in Chinese Agricultural Science for 2025 by the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. This prestigious recognition underscores Origin's leadership in agricultural bio ...

Group 1 - Bioceres (BIOX) reported its 1Q26 results (3Q25 calendar), indicating ongoing challenges in revenue across all markets [1] - The company experienced improved gross margins, which somewhat offset the revenue challenges [1] - Significant reductions in operating expenses (OpEx) contributed to enhanced profitability [1]

Core Insights - Syngenta and Amoéba SA are collaborating to develop and commercialize biocontrol solutions in the EU and the UK, focusing on protecting cereals from devastating fungal diseases [1][3][4] Group 1: Product Development - The new product is a biofungicide derived from the lysate of the amoeba Willaertia magna C2c Maky, showing effectiveness against fungal diseases and enhancing plants' natural defense mechanisms [2][4] - The initial focus will be on combating major wheat diseases such as Septoria tritici blotch (STB) and yellow rust, which affect 9 to 12 million hectares annually in Europe and the UK [5] Group 2: Economic Impact - STB can cause yield losses ranging from 5% to 50%, resulting in an annual cost of €1.5 billion in Germany alone, while yellow rust can reduce production by 10% to 70% [5] Group 3: Strategic Collaboration - The partnership aims to provide farmers with a new generation of biological solutions that enhance agricultural sustainability and address the growing challenge of resistance to conventional products [4][6] - A definitive distribution agreement is expected to be finalized by spring 2026 [3] Group 4: Company Background - Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation, operating in over 90 countries, with a mission to develop technologies that enable sustainable food production [8] - Amoéba, founded in 2010, focuses on microbiological risk treatment through patented amoeba exploitation, and has received EU approval for its active substance [9][10]

Core Viewpoint - Origin Agritech Ltd. has entered into a patent license agreement with Shandong Shunfeng Biotechnology Co., Ltd. for the Cas-SF01 gene editing tool, enhancing its capabilities in gene editing technologies for corn breeding [1][5][6] Group 1: Partnership and Technological Advancements - The collaboration builds on Origin Agritech's long-term relationship with China Agricultural University, focusing on key regulatory genes for corn leaf angle [2] - Using Shunfeng BioTech's Cas-SF01 platform, researchers developed edited corn induction lines, ZmRAVL1-KO1 and ZmDWF4-KO1, which optimize corn leaf angle for better yield potential [3][4] Group 2: Strategic Objectives and Commercialization - The edited induction lines aim to achieve a "smart plant architecture," improving light interception and airflow, thus allowing for higher planting density and greater yield [3][4] - Origin Agritech has initiated the biosafety assessment process for the edited lines, with an estimated timeline of 1-2 years for obtaining final biosafety certification [5] Group 3: Innovation and Future Goals - The patent license agreement is a significant step in Origin Agritech's gene editing breeding strategy, integrating research resources with innovative biotechnological tools [6] - The company is committed to advancing its gene editing innovations to contribute to agricultural technology and national food security in China [6]

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Market Overview - The agricultural biotechnology market is projected to grow from USD 118.2 billion in 2024 to USD 252.1 billion by 2035, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6% from 2025 to 2035 [1] - The market is driven by innovations that promote sustainable farming methods and enhance the ecological efficiency of agricultural systems [1] Growth Drivers - The United Nations estimates a global population of approximately 10 billion by 2050, a 30% increase from 2017, necessitating advancements in agricultural biotechnology to boost crop yields and productivity [3] - Biotechnological techniques such as genetic engineering enable the development of crops with desirable traits, including pest and disease resistance, drought tolerance, and enhanced nutritional value [3] Market Segmentation - The market is segmented by product type, including crop protection products (bio-stimulants, bio-pesticides) and transgenic seeds (soybean, maize, cotton) [6] - Organism types include plants, animals, and microbes [6] - Technologies involved encompass genome editing, tissue culture, synthetic biology, and genetic engineering [6] - Applications range from vaccine development to biofuels [6] - Geographically, the market covers regions such as North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and South America [6] Key Players - Major companies in the agricultural biotechnology sector include Thermo Fisher Scientific, Bayer AG, Corteva Agriscience, and BASF SE among others [9]

Core Insights - Cibus, Inc. has successfully closed a public offering of 15,714,285 shares of Class A Common Stock at a price of $1.75 per share, raising gross proceeds of $27.5 million [1][2] Company Overview - Cibus is a leading agricultural biotechnology company focused on developing plant traits through proprietary gene editing technologies, addressing productivity and sustainability challenges for farmers [6] - The company is not a seed company but a technology company that licenses developed crop traits to seed companies in exchange for royalties on seed sales [6] Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the offering will be utilized for the development of weed management productivity traits in rice, as well as for working capital and general corporate purposes [2] Offering Details - The offering was conducted under an effective shelf registration statement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, with A.G.P./Alliance Global Partners acting as the sole placement agent [3][4]

Core Viewpoint - Cibus, Inc. has announced a public offering of 15,714,285 shares of its Class A Common Stock at a price of $1.75 per share, aiming to raise approximately $27.5 million for further development and working capital [1][2]. Company Overview - Cibus is a leading agricultural biotechnology company specializing in gene editing technologies to develop plant traits in seeds, focusing on productivity traits for major crops [6]. - The company addresses significant agricultural challenges, including diseases and pests, which the United Nations estimates cost the global economy around $300 billion annually [6]. - Cibus operates as a technology company rather than a seed company, licensing its developed traits to seed companies for royalties on seed sales [6]. Offering Details - The offering consists solely of shares sold by Cibus, with gross proceeds expected to be approximately $27.5 million before expenses [2]. - The offering is anticipated to close on or about June 6, 2025, pending customary closing conditions [2]. - A.G.P./Alliance Global Partners is acting as the sole placement agent for this offering [3]. Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the offering will be utilized to fund the development of weed management productivity traits in rice and for general corporate purposes [2]. Regulatory Information - The offering is made under an effective shelf registration statement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, with a prospectus supplement to be filed [4].

Core Viewpoint - Cibus, Inc. plans to offer shares of its Class A common stock in a public offering, with the Chairman expressing interest in purchasing up to $10 million of shares [1][2]. Group 1: Offering Details - The offering will be conducted by Cibus and is subject to market conditions, with no assurance on the completion or terms of the offering [1]. - A.G.P./Alliance Global Partners is acting as the sole placement agent for the offering [2]. - The securities will be offered under an effective shelf registration statement filed with the SEC [3]. Group 2: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the offering are intended to fund the development of weed management productivity traits in rice and for general corporate purposes [2]. Group 3: Company Overview - Cibus is a leader in gene-edited productivity traits aimed at addressing significant agricultural challenges, with an estimated global economic cost of $300 billion annually due to diseases and pests [5]. - The company focuses on developing crop traits using proprietary gene editing technology, which is faster and more cost-effective than traditional breeding methods [5].

Group 1 - Bioceres (BIOX) reported seasonally light results for Q3 2025, indicating a challenging financial and liquidity situation [1] - The core market of Argentina is not showing signs of recovery, which is a concern for the company's future performance [1] - The absence of Syngenta payments and the presence of HB4 inventories are contributing factors to the company's difficulties [1] Group 2 - The investment approach focuses on operational aspects and long-term earnings power rather than market-driven dynamics [1] - The strategy emphasizes holding companies for the long term, with most recommendations being holds rather than buys [1]