SMIL - Spesielle miljøtiltak i landbruket

SMIL (Spesielle miljøtiltak i landbruket) is a Norwegian agricultural support program aimed at preserving nature and cultural heritage values in the agricultural landscape and reducing pollution from agriculture beyond what can be expected from normal farming operations. The program seeks a more targeted effort based on local needs, challenges, and objectives. The municipality processes and decides on applications for grants, and develops action strategies and guidelines for agriculture. From 2015, changes to the SMIL regulations mean that only those entitled to production subsidies can now apply for SMIL funds. The program is administered at the municipal level in Drangedal and Kragerø, with specific local action strategies and guidelines governing the distribution of funds.