Avino Announces Q2 2026 Production Results
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / July 22, 2026 / Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. (ASM:TSX)(ASM:NYSE American)(GV6:FSE) a long-standing silver producer in Mexico, reports second quarter 2026 production results of 267,305 silver ounces ("oz"), 2,178 gold oz and 729,929 pounds of copper ("lbs"), for a total of 534,945 silver equivalent1 ("AgEq1") oz.
"The second quarter of 2026 represented a meaningful increase in contribution from La Preciosa with a 59% increase in silver production, as we continue to move the project forward," said David Wolfin, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Mill performance remained solid during the quarter, with tonnes milled exceeding expectations and contributions from La Preciosa development ore continued to increase throughout the quarter. We will continue to optimize performance across our operations to advance our transformational growth plans. As noted previously and as La Preciosa advances, we expect that total 2026 production will be more heavily weighted to the second half of 2026."
PRODUCTION HIGHLIGHTS - Q2 2026
Steady Progress at La Preciosa: Ongoing extraction, haulage, and processing of mineralized development material from La Preciosa was above plan in Q2 2026, primarily due to Mill Circuit 2 becoming available. This increased throughput was offset by intentional processing of lower-grade development ore during elevated metal prices, that would have otherwise been stockpiled.
Increased La Preciosa Development Production: Avino produced 534,945 silver equivalent1 ounces in Q2 2026, a decrease from Q2 2025, and was a result of lower copper production. The decrease reflects planned mining sequencing into lower copper grade areas near the historical open pit operations at Avino. At La Preciosa, development production increased 59% from Q1 2026, contributing 100,658 AgEq1 ounces, and consisting of 84,806 silver oz and 182 gold oz.
Consistent Mill Throughput: In Q2 2026, mill throughput remained on plan with 184,293 tonnes processed from both Avino and La Preciosa. Continued steady mill performance and availability reflects the impact of targeted upgrades and automation initiatives led by our operations and maintenance teams over recent years.
Consolidated Production Results - Q2 2026
Q2 2026 | Q2 2025 | Change | YTD 2026 | YTD 2025 | Change | |
184,293 | 190,987 | -4% | Total Mill Feed (dry tonnes) | 369,790 | 358,840 | 3% |
67 | 55 | 22% | Feed Grade Silver (g/t) | 62 | 56 | 10% |
0.51 | 0.39 | 30% | Feed Grade Gold (g/t) | 0.47 | 0.46 | 1% |
0.30 | 0.42 | -29% | Feed Grade Copper (%) | 0.36 | 0.46 | -21% |
69% | 85% | -18% | Recovery Silver (%) | 75% | 85% | -12% |
72% | 74% | -2% | Recovery Gold (%) | 73% | 75% | -3% |
72% | 83% | -14% | Recovery Copper (%) | 79% | 85% | -7% |
267,305 | 283,619 | -6% | Total Silver Produced (oz) | 530,362 | 549,300 | -3% |
2,178 | 1,774 | 23% | Total Gold Produced (oz) | 4,029 | 3,999 | 1% |
729,929 | 1,461,980 | -50% | Total Copper Produced (lbs) | 2,073,583 | 3,065,323 | -32% |
534,945 | 645,602 | -17% | Total Silver Equivalent1 Produced (oz) | 1,103,057 | 1,324,060 | -17% |
Production Results by Operation
Three months ended June 30, 2026 | Six months ended June 30, 2026 | |||||
Avino | La Preciosa | Total | Avino | La Preciosa | Total | |
155,650 | 28,643 | 184,293 | Total Mill Feed (dry tonnes) | 327,049 | 42,741 | 369,790 |
51 | 153 | 67 | Feed Grade Silver (g/t) | 49 | 159 | 62 |
0.54 | 0.30 | 0.51 | Feed Grade Gold (g/t) | 0.49 | 0.30 | 0.47 |
0.30 | 0.05 | 0.30 | Feed Grade Copper (%) | 0.36 | 0.05 | 0.36 |
71% | 60% | 69% | Recovery Silver (%) | 77% | 60% | 75% |
73% | 67% | 72% | Recovery Gold (%) | 73% | 67% | 73% |
72% | - | 72% | Recovery Copper (%) | 79% | - | 79% |
182,499 | 84,806 | 267,305 | Total Silver Produced (oz) | 395,726 | 84,806 | 530,362 |
1,996 | 182 | 2,178 | Total Gold Produced (oz) | 3,762 | 182 | 4,029 |
729,929 | - | 729,929 | Total Copper Produced (lbs) | 2,073,583 | - | 2,073,583 |
434,287 | 100,658 | 534,945 | Total Silver Equivalent1 Produced (oz) | 945,202 | 157,855 | 1,103,057 |
La Preciosa Mine Update
During Q2, development mining and haulages rates increased to allow for Mill Circuit 2 to switch from ET ore to La Preciosa development ore and now Mill Circuit's 1 and 2 are both processing La Preciosa development ore. In addition, development and mine preparation work is nearly complete on Level 3 of Abundancia and Gloria, allowing for production long-hole mining to begin. This will result in higher-grade ore being sent to the mill as compared to the development ore processed to date, which was subject to additional mining dilution. Engineering and technical studies are on going at the mine level to evaluate the optimum mining, hauling and processing rates for the long-term. Additionally, Avino is currently conducting trade-off studies between hauling and the potential of a stand-alone processing facility at La Preciosa.
Exploration
There are two drills currently turning at La Preciosa, with 6,591 meters of drilling completed at the end of Q2 as part of the planned 15,000 metres of exploration for 2026. Drilling has now shifted from infill holes to exploration and step-out holes at high priority targets at vein intersections and projections. It is important to note that none of the infill drilling holes completed to date were included in the mineral reserve update mentioned below. Furthermore, most of the exploration holes are in areas outside the current resource model.
Avino Mine and Mill Update
Avino identified some surface mineralized material near its current workings, which was out of the current reserves. Given the ease of accessibility along with the lower cost of extraction and process flexibility of the four independent mill circuits, Avino elected to mine, haul and process this material in one of the large mill circuits. Silver and gold grades
have proven to be quite good, however copper grades are lower and due to the near surface nature, can be highly oxidized affecting recovery. However, given the lower cost and attractive metal price environment this material represents acceptable margin in addition to reducing depletion on Avino reserves and providing additional flexibility on mine sequencing.
Drilling remains ongoing in the same locations as in Q1 as we continue to understand the nature of the veining. The first drill was focused in the upper area in the eastern portion of the system. The second drill at Avino was focused on extension drilling in the footwall breccia area in the upper east portion. Subsequent to Q1, Avino has been hosting geological consultants that are helping identify key geological features to target areas for resource expansion.
Inaugural Mineral Reserve and Updated Mineral Resource Estimates
The Company released the details of most recent mineral reserve estimate and updated mineral resource estimate on April 16th, 2026. The highlights included inaugural proven and probable mineral reserves at two of the Company's three assets, totaling 27 million tonnes containing 95 million ounces of silver at a grade of 109 g/t, 356 thousand ounces of gold at a grade of 0.41 g/t, and 85 million pounds of copper at a grade of 0.31%. This calculates to 127 million silver equivalent ounces at a grade of 145 g/t. The full news release can be viewed here. The mineral resources and reserves estimate is included in an updated technical report (the "Updated Technical Report" prepared by Tetra Tech Canada Inc. in accordance with the requirements of NI-43-101), and is available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca under the Company's profile and filed on Form 6-K.
Normal Course Issuer Bid
During Q2 2026, Avino repurchased and subsequently cancelled 508,039 common shares, decreasing the issued and outstanding common shares by the same amount. As previously announced, the Company is permitted to repurchase for cancellation up to an aggregate of 8,428,566 common shares prior to April 7, 2027. The Company believes the NCIB is a flexible tool as part of its overall capital allocation program and remains committed to returning value to shareholders by reducing the number of shares outstanding therefore increasing percentage of ownership and earnings per share.
Earnings Announcement
The Company's Q2 2026 financial statements and results are scheduled to be released prior to the market open on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
A conference call to discuss the Company's Q2 2026 operational and financial results will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET. To participate in the conference call or follow the webcast, please see the details below.
Shareholders, analysts, investors, and media are invited to join the webcast and conference call by logging in here Avino's Q2 2026 Financial Results or by dialing the following numbers five to ten minutes prior to the start time.
Toll Free: 888-506-0062
International: 973-528-0011
Participant Access Code:531035
Participants will be greeted by an operator and asked for the access code. If a caller does not have the code, they can reference the Company name. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions during the Q&A portion.
The conference call and webcast will be recorded, and the replay will be available on the Company's website later that day.
Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Mill assays are performed at the Avino property's on-site lab. Check samples were submitted to SGS Labs in Durango, Mexico for verification. Gold and silver assays are performed by the fire assay method with a gravimetric finish for concentrates and AAS (Atomic Absorption Spectrometry) methods for copper, lead, zinc and silver for feed and tail grade samples. All concentrate shipments are assayed by one of the following independent third-party labs: Inspectorate in the UK, LSI in the Netherlands, and AHK.
Qualified Person(s)
Peter Latta, P.Eng., MBA, Avino's Senior Vice President, Technical Services, is a qualified person within the context of National Instrument 43-101, has reviewed and approved the technical data in this news release.
About Avino
Avino is a silver producer from its wholly owned Avino Mine near Durango, Mexico. The Company's silver, gold and copper production remains unhedged. The Company intends to maintain long-term sustainable and profitable mining operations to reward shareholders and the community alike through our growth at the historic Avino Property and the strategic acquisition of the adjacent La Preciosa which was finalized in Q1 2022. Early in 2024, the Pre-feasibility Study on the Oxide Tailings Project was completed. This study is a key milestone in our growth trajectory. Avino has been included in the Toronto Stock Exchange's 2025 TSX30™. Avino has distinguished itself by reaching the 5th position on the TSX30™ 2025 ranking. As part of Avino's commitment to adopting sustainable practices, we have been operating a dry-stack tailings facility for more than two years with excellent results. We are committed to managing all business activities in a safe, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective manner, while contributing to the well-being of the communities in which we operate. We encourage you to connect with us on X (formerly Twitter) at @Avino_ASM and on LinkedIn at Avino Silver & Gold Mines. To view the Avino Mine VRIFY tour, please click here.
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Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" (together, the "forward looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities laws and the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including the mineral reserve estimate and mineral resource estimate for the Company's Avino properties, including La Preciosa, located near Durango in west-central Mexico (the "Avino Property") with an effective date of October 31, 2025 (consisting of the Elena Tolosa ("ET") deposit, Guadalupe, and La Potosina). The Oxide Tailings Deposit mineral reserve estimate has an effective date of January 16, 2024.
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