Nevada Organic Phosphate Begins 2026 Exploration Program at Murdock Mountain Project

Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP; OTCQB: NOPFF) has initiated its 2026 exploration program at the Murdock Mountain Phosphate Project in northeastern Nevada. The commencement follows the completion of required wildlife and sage-grouse pre-clearance surveys, allowing the company to advance drill pad construction and prepare to resume drilling operations. This program aims to evaluate the strike extent, thickness, continuity, and grade of the phosphate zone, building upon the consistent mineralization identified during the 2025 exploration activities.

The project is centered on an organic sedimentary raw rock phosphate bed that extends 6.6 kilometres, with additional applications suggesting the potential strike could exceed 30 kilometres. This scale positions Murdock Mountain as a potentially unique asset in North America, believed to be the continent's only known large-scale organic sedimentary phosphate project. The strategic location near the main highway to Montello/Elko, Nevada, and proximity to a rail head to California enhances its logistical viability for future development.

The ongoing exploration work is crucial for refining the geological model of the deposit, which will support future resource classification efforts. Maintaining project timelines is a stated priority for the company as it seeks to delineate the resource's economic potential. The full press release detailing these developments is available at https://ibn.fm/5oI3H.

Phosphate is a critical component in agricultural fertilizers, and domestic sources are of increasing importance for supply chain security. The exploration and potential development of a major North American phosphate resource like Murdock Mountain could reduce reliance on imports, which often come from geopolitically sensitive regions. The project's organic sedimentary nature may also present distinct processing or environmental characteristics compared to more common igneous phosphate deposits.

For investors and stakeholders following the company's progress, the latest news and updates relating to Nevada Organic Phosphate are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/NOP. The initiation of the 2026 program represents a tangible step forward in de-risking the project and advancing it toward a potential resource definition, which is a key value inflection point for exploration companies. The outcomes of this drilling campaign will be closely watched to assess the deposit's consistency and economic parameters.