Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. has reported final P₂O₅ assay results from its 2025 drill program at the Murdock Mountain Property in Elko County, Nevada, showing consistent phosphate mineralization within the Upper Phosphatic Zone. Results from six drill holes returned grades ranging from 10.23% to 11.89% P₂O₅ over thicknesses of approximately 3.7 to 5.1 meters, supporting the company's geological model for the project. The drilling program also intersected a higher-grade Lower Zone interval at the westernmost hole, grading 17.47% P₂O₅ over 4.11 meters. This zone remains open to the west and will be evaluated further as exploration progresses, indicating potential for additional high-grade mineralization beyond current drilling limits. The company's full press release detailing these results is available at https://ibn.fm/TWVTQ.
These results reinforce the strength and consistency of phosphate mineralization at the Murdock Mountain Property, which features an organic sedimentary raw rock phosphate bed measuring 6.6 kilometres long. Additional applications extend the potential strike of rock phosphate to over 30 kilometres, making this the only known large-scale organic sedimentary phosphate project in North America according to company information. The project's strategic location near transportation infrastructure, including proximity to the main highway to Montello/Elko and the rail head to California, enhances its development potential. The implications of these results extend beyond the company's exploration success to broader considerations of domestic phosphate supply.
Phosphate is a critical component in agricultural fertilizers, and North America has historically relied on imports for much of its phosphate needs. The development of a significant domestic source could impact agricultural supply chains and reduce dependence on foreign phosphate sources. The consistent mineralization patterns reported suggest predictable geology that could support future resource estimation and mine planning. As exploration continues, the company will evaluate the open western extension of the higher-grade Lower Zone, which could potentially expand the resource. The project's organic sedimentary nature distinguishes it from other phosphate deposits, potentially offering different processing characteristics and environmental considerations.
Investors and industry observers can access additional company information through the newsroom at https://ibn.fm/NOP, which provides updates on Nevada Organic Phosphate's activities and developments. The mining sector continues to seek new sources of critical minerals, and phosphate represents a strategically important commodity for food production. These assay results contribute to understanding the Murdock Mountain Property's potential scale and grade, with implications for both the company's valuation and the broader North American phosphate market. The project's progress will be monitored by stakeholders interested in domestic resource development and agricultural supply chain security.
