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This grant program supports women-focused initiatives in reindeer husbandry in Norway. It provides funding for three main categories: value creation activities that promote women's participation in reindeer husbandry and develop innovative products and services; competence-building through courses and training where participants can acquire new knowledge, maintain or upgrade their own competence, or share knowledge with others; and the establishment, maintenance, and operation of women's networks that contribute to increased gender equality and women's status in reindeer husbandry. The program aims to strengthen women's position in the reindeer industry, preserve Sami traditions, and facilitate knowledge exchange through gatherings and courses. Applications are accepted twice per year with deadlines on April 1 and October 1. The fund is administered by the Norwegian Agriculture Agency (Landbruksdirektoratet) and funded through the Reindeer Husbandry Development Fund.

This grant provides financial support for legal assistance to reindeer herding districts and siida (traditional reindeer herding groups) in Norway. The funding covers legal costs related to securing grazing rights or grazing areas, both with and without court proceedings. This includes cases involving infrastructure development in reindeer grazing areas such as wind turbines, cabins, or roads. For districts previously covered by the Norwegian-Swedish reindeer grazing convention, support is also available for legal processes concerning traditional grazing areas in Sweden and Norway. The grant does not cover disputes between reindeer herders or between herders and reindeer management authorities. Up to 50% of approved funding is disbursed automatically upon approval, with the remainder paid after submission of expense documentation. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year, subject to available funding in the Reindeer Industry Development Fund.

This grant program from Innovation Norway supports business networks in agriculture and reindeer-based industries. The funding is designed to help businesses strengthen collaboration with other companies, build trust, and identify common challenges and interests. The program provides support for establishing or developing business networks that can enhance competitiveness and innovation in these sectors. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, allowing businesses to apply when they are ready to develop their collaborative initiatives. The program operates under state aid regulations and requires compliance with responsible business practices and sustainability principles.

Vekstfinansiering 1 is a grant program offered by Innovasjon Norge (Innovation Norway) providing financial support for growth to smaller businesses within agriculture-based industries. The program targets providers of local food and beverages, food experiences with local identity, tourism experiences, and Inn på Tunet services. It also supports businesses involved in inland fishing and reindeer industries. The grant provides funding to help these businesses achieve growth and development within their sectors. The program operates on a rolling basis, meaning applications can be submitted at any time throughout the year. The maximum grant amount available is up to 1 million Norwegian kroner. Recipients must adhere to principles of responsible business practices and maintain awareness of their own sustainability risks. All funding must comply with state aid regulations and the General Block Exemption Regulation (GBER).