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Highlights
- Drilling campaign underway after site preparation
- Focus on expanding geological understanding of phosphate zone
- Project remains on schedule toward next technical milestone
Nevada Organic Phosphate begins its 2026 drilling program at Murdock Mountain, aiming to expand and refine the phosphate deposit while advancing toward improved resource understanding and future development milestones.
Nevada Organic Phosphate has commenced its 2026 exploration program at the Murdock Mountain Project in Nevada, marking another step forward in advancing its phosphate asset.
What is happening at Murdock Mountain?
The company has restarted on-site activity following the completion of required environmental and wildlife surveys. Preparation work is now progressing, including:
- Construction of remaining drill pads
- Mobilisation of drilling contractors
- Planning of new drill holes across the project area
These steps signal the transition from preparatory work to active drilling.
What is the focus of the drilling program?
The upcoming drilling campaign is designed to improve understanding of the phosphate deposit across several key dimensions:
Strike extension
Drilling will test how far the phosphate horizon extends along its known trend.
Thickness and continuity
The program aims to confirm how consistent the phosphate layer is across different areas.
Structural controls
Understanding geological structures will help refine the broader deposit model.
Grade distribution
Sampling will help determine the quality and variability of phosphate mineralisation.
What makes the project notable?
The Murdock Mountain Project has several characteristics that support ongoing exploration interest:
- A shallow-dipping phosphate horizon
- Road-accessible location
- Evidence of consistent mineralisation from prior drilling
- A sizeable exploration footprint spanning several kilometres
These features can support efficient exploration and potential future development pathways.
How does this fit into the broader strategy?
The current drill program is part of a structured approach to advance the project toward its next technical stage. By refining the geological model and gathering more data, the company is working toward:
- Improved resource confidence
- Potential classification of mineral resources
- Better understanding of project scale
Maintaining schedule discipline has been highlighted as a key priority as the program progresses.
Final perspective
Nevada Organic Phosphate’s 2026 drilling campaign at Murdock Mountain represents a continuation of its methodical exploration strategy. With drilling now underway, the focus shifts to expanding and validating the phosphate system, which will shape the project’s next phase.
