Boston Beer(SAM) Newsfile·2025-04-09 06:30Core Insights - Starcore International Mines Ltd. has reported on the results of its auger drilling and soil geochemistry at the Kimoukro gold project in Côte d'Ivoire, indicating ongoing exploration efforts in the region [1][2]. Exploration Activities - The auger drilling campaign was completed in November 2024, involving 355 holes drilled over a 100x100 m grid, totaling 2,988 meters of drilling [3][4]. - The drilling aimed to confirm previously identified gold anomalies and explore areas with barren surface samples [2][4]. - The drilling process was divided into five phases, adapting to logistics and weather conditions, with a total of 35 effective drilling days [4][5]. Sample Collection and Analysis - A total of 1,504 samples were collected, including 10% QA/QC samples, and were assayed for gold at the MSA lab in Yamoussoukro [7][8]. - The assay results indicated peak values of 1.7 ppm Au in saprock and 0.42 ppm Au in sand and gravel, with no significant gold intercepts recorded in most samples [15][16]. Geological Findings - The in-soil gold anomaly greater than 20 ppb Au spans approximately 2.5 km in length and 500 to 800 meters in width, covering over 1.3 km² [23]. - Sparse anomalies were identified in the northern part of the permit, while a significant anomaly was noted in the southern portion, open to the west [20][23]. Future Plans - The company plans to fill gaps in the auger drilling program in the next phase of exploration, with ongoing activities including a superficial soil sampling program [17][19]. - A field office has been established to support continued geological work and mapping in the area [18]. Corporate Developments - Starcore has appointed Baker Tilly WM LLP as its new auditors following the resignation of Davidson & Company LLP, with no reportable events noted prior to this change [22].