Scorpio Gold Corporation reported operating results for the second quarter and first half ended June 30, 2017. For the quarter, production at Mineral Ridge totalled 4,660 ounces of gold and 2,505 ounces of silver, representing decreases of 54% and 42% respectively over second quarter 2016 production levels. The lower metal production is attributed to fewer tons being mined and processed from the existing pits, due to smaller benches being mined in lower pit elevations. The impact of decreased mine production was somewhat offset by a 13% improvement in gold head grade in second quarter and an 8% improvement in the first half of 2017 as compared to the same periods in 2016.

For the first half, total gold produced was 10,401 ounces against 18,597 ounces a year ago. Total silver produced was 5,359 ounces against 8,246 ounces a year ago.

The company's annual production forecast for 2017 is now currently expected to be at the low end of the previous production guidance provided of 20,000 to 25,000 ounces of gold (as reported in the Company's May 30, 2017 news release).