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Evogene signs deal for four nominees' board elections

Subject to the agreement's terms, the reporting persons agreed not to commence a special tender offer for 60 days, alongside limits on Evogene's new share issuances.

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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Evogene Ltd. disclosed an October 6, 2026 Cooperation Agreement with L.I.A. Pure Capital Ltd. and Invest Pro Shukai Hon Ltd. Dr. Yael Margolin and Mr. Yoshinori Oikawa resigned before signing; the board appointed Dr. Adi Zuluf-Shani and Mr. Oz Adler until a shareholder meeting, where they will stand for election. The meeting will also consider the agreement and elections of Mr. Itay Maroz and Mr. Shahar Zadok to replace Mr. Dan Falk and Dr. Adrian Percy.

After shareholder approval, the board is expected to have seven directors: four reporting-person nominees and three continuing directors expected to serve up to six months. The reporting persons agreed to withdraw their announced tender-offer intention and, subject to the agreement, not commence a special tender offer for 60 days. Evogene agreed during that period not to issue ordinary shares or convertible or exchangeable securities, except employee issuances in the ordinary course consistent with past practice. Shared voting power is reported over 3,057,488 shares (16.94%).

Filing Explained

The four reporting persons each report the same 3,057,488-share shared-voting position, equal to 16.94% of shares outstanding; sole dispositive power is divided between Pure Capital (2,557,488 shares) and Invest Pro (500,000 shares).

Ordinary Shares outstanding 18,053,071 shares As of October 5, 2026
Reported shared voting power 3,057,488 Ordinary Shares Reported by the reporting persons
Class represented by shared voting power 16.94% Based on Ordinary Shares outstanding as of October 5, 2026
Pure Capital sole dispositive power 2,557,488 Ordinary Shares Reported by L.I.A. Pure Capital Ltd.
Pure Capital shareholding percentage Approximately 14.17% Reported as a percentage of Evogene's outstanding share capital
Invest Pro sole dispositive power 500,000 Ordinary Shares Reported by Invest Pro Shukai Hon Ltd.
Invest Pro shareholding percentage Approximately 2.77% Reported as a percentage of Evogene's outstanding share capital
beneficial owner regulatory
"may be deemed a beneficial owner"
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
shared voting power regulatory
"a shared voting power over 3,057,488 Ordinary Shares"
Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.
sole dispositive power regulatory
"has the sole dispositive power over 2,557,488 Ordinary Shares"
Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.
special tender offer regulatory
"not to commence a special tender offer"
A special tender offer is a one-time, time-limited proposal by an issuer or a third party to buy a specified class of securities from holders at a stated price or on stated terms outside normal open-market trading. It is voluntary for holders, typically applies only to particular share classes, bonds, or other instruments, and often includes conditions such as a minimum or maximum aggregate acceptance, proration if more securities are tendered than sought, and a fixed expiration date. Unlike ongoing buyback programs, a special tender offer is a discrete event with its own offer document describing eligibility, payment terms, and any regulatory or shareholder approvals required.
at-the-market offering program financial
"including pursuant to its at-the-market offering program"
An at-the-market offering program lets a company sell newly issued shares directly into the open market at current trading prices through a broker, rather than issuing a large block of stock all at once. It matters to investors because it provides the company a flexible way to raise cash over time, which can dilute existing shares gradually and affect earnings per share and stock price depending on how much and when shares are sold—think of it as a faucet the company can open or close to add supply to the market.

FAQ

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What board changes did EVGN's cooperation agreement provide for?

Dr. Yael Margolin and Mr. Yoshinori Oikawa resigned before the agreement was signed. The board appointed Dr. Adi Zuluf-Shani and Mr. Oz Adler to serve until the shareholder meeting and stand for election there. Shareholders will also consider electing Mr. Itay Maroz and Mr. Shahar Zadok to replace Mr. Dan Falk and Dr. Adrian Percy.

What restrictions apply to EVGN share issuances for 60 days?

For the 60 days following execution on October 6, 2026, Evogene agreed not to issue ordinary shares or securities convertible into or exchangeable for ordinary shares, including under its at-the-market offering program. The exception is employee issuances in the ordinary course of business and consistent with past practice.

How many EVGN shares do the reporting persons have voting power over?

The reporting persons report shared voting power over 3,057,488 Ordinary Shares, or 16.94% of the class. The percentage is based on 18,053,071 Ordinary Shares outstanding as of October 5, 2026.

Did EVGN's reporting persons proceed with a special tender offer?

They agreed to withdraw their previously announced intention to commence a special tender offer and, subject to the Cooperation Agreement's terms, not commence one for 60 days following execution. The agreement does not limit their right to acquire additional Evogene shares.

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M4119S187

(CUSIP Number)
Kfir Silberman
L.I.A. Pure Capital Ltd, 20 Raoul Wallenberg Street
Tel Aviv, L3, 6971916
972-3-7175777

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
10/06/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) The percentage of ordinary shares, par value NIS 0.20 per share, of Evogene Ltd. (the "Ordinary Shares" and the "Issuer", respectively) beneficially owned by the Reporting Person is based on 18,053,071 Ordinary Shares outstanding as of October 5, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Issuer's Proxy Statement for its Special General Meeting, dated October 6, 2026, attached as Exhibit 99.2 to the Issuer's Form 6-K that was furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on October 6, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) The securities reported on this Schedule are held by L.I.A. Pure Capital Ltd. ("Pure Capital"). Kfir Silberman is the officer, sole director, chairman of the board of directors and controlling shareholder of Pure Capital. (2) The percentage of Ordinary Shares beneficially owned by the Reporting Person is based on 18,053,071 Ordinary Shares outstanding as of October 5, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Issuer's Proxy Statement for its Special General Meeting, dated October 6, 2026, attached as Exhibit 99.2 to the Issuer's Form 6-K that was furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on October 6, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) The percentage of Ordinary Shares beneficially owned by the Reporting Person is based on 18,053,071 Ordinary Shares outstanding as of October 5, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Issuer's Proxy Statement for its Special General Meeting, dated October 6, 2026, attached as Exhibit 99.2 to the Issuer's Form 6-K that was furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on October 6, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) The securities reported on this Schedule are held by Invest Pro Shukai Hon Ltd. ("Invest Pro"). Ron Yair Peled is the owner and the Chief Executive Officer of Invest Pro. (2) The percentage of Ordinary Shares beneficially owned by the Reporting Person is based on 18,053,071 Ordinary Shares outstanding as of October 5, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in the Issuer's Proxy Statement for its Special General Meeting, dated October 6, 2026, attached as Exhibit 99.2 to the Issuer's Form 6-K that was furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on October 6, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D


L.I.A. Pure Capital Ltd.
Signature:/s/ Kfir Silberman
Name/Title:Kfir Silberman/Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Date:10/06/2026
Kfir Silberman
Signature:/s/ Kfir Silberman
Name/Title:Kfir Silberman
Date:10/06/2026
Invest Pro Shukai Hon Ltd.
Signature:/s/ Eli Zamir
Name/Title:Eli Zamir/Director
Date:10/06/2026
Ron Yair Peled
Signature:/s/ Ron Yair Peled
Name/Title:Ron Yair Peled
Date:10/06/2026

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