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Wide Open Agriculture has completed the major physical steps in exiting its German manufacturing facility and is now testing four prospective Asian production partners. The transition could lower fixed costs, but commercial supply still depends on technical trials, partner selection and a definitive agreement.

CurveBeam AI has secured its strongest first-quarter HiRise sales result, gained China regulatory clearance and raised A$7.35 million to fund the next stage of commercialisation. The progress comes alongside lower customer receipts and a reported 4.3 quarters of cash runway.

Avenira has agreed to supply Hebang with 500,000 wet metric tonnes of Wonarah phosphate rock annually for four years, covering more than 80% of expected DSO production. The commercial opportunity is substantial, but pricing, approvals and project arrangements remain unresolved.

CurveBeam AI has secured over A$600,000 through its Share Purchase Plan, bolstering funds alongside a recent A$5 million placement. The capital will fuel the China launch and product development for its HiRise™ CT scanner.

First Graphene lifted revenue by 15% to $537,594 for FY26 while narrowing its net loss slightly to $5.4 million. Key acquisitions and a landmark China cement distribution MOU set the stage for commercial expansion.

Vita Life Sciences delivered a robust first half in 2026 with revenue up 6.1% to A$48.3 million and net profit after tax rising 14.9% to A$5.54 million. The company declared a higher interim dividend, reflecting improved margins and regional market momentum.

Wide Open Agriculture (ASX: WOA) is executing a major strategic pivot by closing its German production site and transitioning to a capital-light contract manufacturing model to improve economics and scale lupin protein production.

Xenitra has secured a three-year procurement agreement worth at least A$12 million with Kangsheng, a leading Chinese pharmaceutical distributor, marking its OTC pharmaceuticals division's shift from setup to commercial execution.

Syrah Resources moderated graphite output amid subdued ex-China demand, raised US$72 million to support ramp-up, and advanced Vidalia anode material towards commercial sales in H2 2026.

The a2 Milk Company faced significant supply chain disruptions in its China infant formula segment during late FY26, causing a 14% sales decline in that category. Despite this, overall revenue rose 12% on FY25, supported by strong performances in other product lines and improved margins.

Wide Open Agriculture is closing its German plant and pivoting to contract manufacturing in Asia to cut costs and scale lupin ingredient production efficiently under new CEO Craig Swan.

The a2 Milk Company has announced a $300 million fully franked special dividend following regulatory clearance in China to rebrand infant formula products under its a2 label.