February 18, 2026

Mercado Minerals - Silver Exploration In Mexico: Copalito Project, Maiden Drill Program Starting Q1 2026

13 minutes

In this company introduction, we are joined by Dan Rodriguez, Co-Founder and CEO of Mercado Minerals. Mercado Minerals (CSE: MERC) is a silver-focused exploration company with two projects in the mining region of Sinaloa, Mexico. Dan provides an in-depth look at the company’s dual-asset strategy, the technical team’s proven track record, and the upcoming milestones.

Key Discussion Points:

The Copalito Flagship Project: Dan details the history and potential of this advanced-stage asset, which boasts 81 historical diamond drill holes and 8 kilometers of strike length across six known silver and gold veins.

2026 Drill Program: Insights into the planned 3,000-meter drill campaign at Copalito, funded by a recent $6.6 million raise, aimed at confirming high-grade mineralization and testing new targets.

The Zamora Grassroots Opportunity: An overview of the Zamora project, a high-grade prospect that has returned significant channel and grab samples but has never been drill-tested.

World-Class Technical Team: A look at the expertise behind Mercado, including team members with deep ties to the success of Vizsla Silver and the discovery of the Napoleon vein.

Financial Runway and Strategy: A breakdown of the company's current $6 million cash position and how capital is being deployed to maximize shareholder value through the 2026 field season.

Click here to visit the Mercado Minerals website to learn more about the company.

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