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Nevada Organic Phosphate Expands Strike Length at Murdock Mountain

Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (NOP), a leading player in organic sedimentary phosphate exploration, recently announced a critical milestone in its Murdock Mountain project. On August 4, 2026, the company reported the successful drilling of hole MM26-10, which took a sizeable 1.5-kilometer step-out along the strike of the known phosphate zone, hitting the Meade Peak. This latest development has expanded the confirmed strike length to over 3 kilometers, suggesting promising continuity of the phosphorite resources in the region.

The preliminary findings from this drilling operation revealed strong visual indicators of oolitic textures characteristic of the Upper Phosphate Zone. These textures align with NOP's geological model, instilling confidence in the project's future potential. Further details regarding specific interval information will be released once laboratory assay results come in and are validated.

Robin Dow, CEO of NOP, expressed that the intersection of the Meade Peak marks a significant advancement for the company. It not only verifies the geological framework established by their prior explorations but also underlines the strategic direction NOP is taking towards enhancing its phosphate extraction capabilities. This step-out reflects the company’s commitment to demonstrating continuous geological support for its mining activities.

Garry Smith, the company director, pointed out that the drilling program faced challenges that resulted in unavoidable delays. These included machine breakdowns, crew availability issues, and cross-border shipping delays. To mitigate such issues in the future, NOP is in the process of transitioning to a different drilling contractor, which is expected to enhance operational reliability and output.

The company is also aware of the rising local water demand caused by ongoing drought conditions, particularly as their drilling operation shares a permitted water well with adjacent ranches. NOP has been engaging with local stakeholders to ensure that water usage is balanced among various needs, showcasing a responsible approach to resource sharing.

In addition to the MM26-10 progress, NOP’s exploration team continues its efforts to seek out and confirm extensions of the Upper Phosphate Zone across three other phosphate application properties. Initial field observations have confirmed the presence of the anticipated oolitic textures at several locations chalked on NOP’s geological model.

The Upper Phosphate Zone, according to NOP’s geological interpretations, represents a laterally extensive and nearly flat sedimentary horizon located within the Meade Peak Member of the Phosphoria Formation. The significant Oolitic textures observed in the recent drilling are vital signals of the targeted stratigraphy, and definitive values will be revealed through forthcoming laboratory assays.

The significance of the MM26-10 drilling cannot be understated; achieving a successful intersection at this distance helps in de-risking the anticipated geological model outlined by NOP. It demonstrates a consistency of the Upper Phosphate Zone, which is essential for future valuation and operational work. Each confirmed step-out further cements confidence in the scale viability of the sedimentary system and aligns with NOP's vision of cultivating a clean, low-contaminant organic phosphate project that adheres to growing U.S. critical mineral trends and regulatory guidelines.

The geological insights shared in this press release were reviewed and sanctioned by Garry K. Smith, P.Geo., signaling an adherence to industry standards in mining disclosures. Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its regulatory service providers have verified the accuracy of this disclosure. Additionally, it is crucial to note that NOP has disclosed future-looking statements, including expectations and projections varying by unknown risks. Stakeholders are encouraged to await further updates as new information becomes available and results emerge from coming assays.

NOP, recognized for its expansive 6.6-kilometer long organic sedimentary phosphate resource located in northeast Nevada, has additional properties extending the potential strike to over 30 kilometers. This positions it as one of the few significant organic phosphate ventures in North America, situated conveniently close to vital transportation routes connecting to both California and the East Coast.