Origin Agritech Ltd. announced the appointment of Mr. Li Yang as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and to the Board of Directors of the Company, effective immediately. With over 20 years of extensive experience in investment activities and corporate management, Li Yang will be pivotal in driving Origin Agritech's operational strategy and execution. Li Yang's notable career includes holding directorships in several prominent companies listed on Hong Kongstock exchanges, including Executive Director and Former Chairman of Virtual Mind Holding Company Limited, Executive Director of Asia Television Holdings Limited and Vice Chairman of Leyou Technologies Holdings Limited and Vice Chairman of China Best Group Holdings Limited.

His expertise spans multiple industries, including Natural Resources; Agriculture and Technology.  His comprehensive corporate governance, strategic planning, various M&A and operational management background will be instrumental as Origin Agritech continues to enhance its market presence and expand its innovative agricultural technologies. Li Yang holds a Master's Degree in World Economics from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and a Master of Business Administration from Shenzhen Economic and Management Institute. He also earned a Diploma from Shenzhen University.

Li Yang has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep understanding of the business landscape throughout his career, making him well-equipped to lead Origin Agritech's operational initiatives.