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Published on 7/26/2007 in the Prospect News PIPE Daily.

New Issue: Origin Agritech sells $40 million five-year convertibles

By Sheri Kasprzak

New York, July 26 - Origin Agritech Ltd. concluded a $40 million private placement of convertible notes.

Citadel Investment Group, LLC bought the 1% notes, which are due July 25, 2012.

The notes are convertible into common shares at $11.50 each.

Proceeds will be used for future acquisitions and for working capital.

Beijing-based Origin supplies hybrid crop seeds in China.

Issuer:Origin Agritech Ltd.
Issue:Convertible notes
Amount:$40 million
Maturity:July 25, 2012
Coupon:1%
Price:Par
Yield:1%
Conversion price:$11.50
Warrants:No
Investor:Citadel Investment Group, LLC
Settlement date:July 25
Stock symbol:Nasdaq: SEED
Stock price:$8.89 at close July 25

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