Rocanville mine explained

Rocanville mine
State/Province:Saskatchewan
Country:Canada
Products:Potash

The Rocanville mine is a large potash mine located in southern Canada in Saskatchewan.[1] Rocanville represents one of the largest potash reserves in Canada having estimated reserves of 1.13 billion tonnes of ore grading 22.5% potassium oxide equivalent.[2]

The mine first opened in 1970 and is one of six mines owned by Nutrien in Saskatchewan.[3] It underwent a major expansion in 2017.

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50.4662°N -101.538°W

Notes and References

  1. News: Energy Benchmarking: Canadian Potash Production Facilities .
  2. Web site: Rocanville Potash Mine, Canada. 2013. mining-technology.com. 2013-06-18.
  3. Web site: 2024-09-20 . Face of Nutrien workforce changing after 65 years of potash production in Sask. . 2024-10-08 . Regina . en.