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Skogfond is a mandatory forest fund system for all forest owners in Norway. Forest owners are required to set aside funds into this forest fund, which provides financial reimbursement for sustainable investments and management of forest properties. The fund operates as a forced savings mechanism where forest owners can use the accumulated funds for approved investments on their property. When funds are disbursed for approved investments, forest owners receive partial tax exemption, except for disbursements covering value-added tax. The program supports various forestry activities including forest cultivation measures, road construction and maintenance, environmental initiatives, forest management planning, bioenergy facilities, forest insurance, training courses, and property boundary marking. To receive disbursements, forest owners must submit reimbursement claims to the municipality with documentation of completed investments that are professionally, economically, and ecologically sound and comply with regulations.

The grant program supports various forest cultivation activities in Norway to stimulate the development of quality forests. Forest owners can apply for subsidies for forestry measures on their property. Municipalities determine annually which specific forest cultivation activities are eligible for subsidies in their area. The most common supported activities include young forest care, ground preparation, and planting (especially in coastal counties). Other eligible activities include fertilization, drainage, and other quality-enhancing forestry measures. Subsidies are not provided for chemical use, equipment purchases, or activities that generate surplus through timber extraction. Each municipality sets its own application deadlines and detailed guidelines for subsidies, and may establish conditions for grants on a case-by-case basis.