Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP; OTCQB: NOPFF) announced the start of its 2026 exploration program at the Murdock Mountain Phosphate Project in northeastern Nevada. The company has completed required wildlife and sage-grouse pre-clearance surveys and is now advancing drill pad construction and preparing to resume drilling. The program aims to evaluate the strike extent, thickness, continuity and grade of the phosphate zone, building on consistent mineralization identified in 2025.
The exploration work is critical for refining the company's geological model and supporting future resource classification while maintaining project timelines. The Murdock Mountain project features an organic sedimentary raw rock phosphate bed spanning 6.6 kilometers in length, with additional applications extending the potential strike to over 30 kilometers. This is believed to be the only known large-scale organic sedimentary phosphate project in North America.
Strategically located near the main highway to Montello/Elko, Nevada, and close to a rail head to California, the project benefits from excellent infrastructure. The 2026 drilling program will build on the 2025 results that identified consistent mineralization, helping to define the resource potential of the deposit.
Phosphate is a key ingredient in fertilizers, and with global food demand rising, domestic sources of phosphate are increasingly important. The Murdock Mountain project could reduce reliance on imports and support agricultural supply chains in North America. For more information, visit the company's newsroom at https://ibn.fm/NOP.
Nevada Organic Phosphate is a junior exploration company focused on advancing its phosphate project in Nevada. The company's flagship asset is the Murdock Mountain phosphate bed, which has potential to become a significant source of organic sedimentary rock phosphate in North America.
The announcement comes as the mining sector sees increased interest in critical minerals and fertilizers. The successful completion of the 2026 exploration program could de-risk the project and pave the way for future development. Investors and stakeholders are watching closely as drilling progresses.
For further details, refer to the full press release at https://ibn.fm/5oI3H.
