The Norwegian participating broadcaster, Norsk rikskringkasting (NRK), selected its entry through the Melodi Grand Prix 1988.

Norsk rikskringkasting (NRK) held the Melodi Grand Prix 1988 at the Château Neuf in Oslo, hosted by Dan Børge Akerø.

The winner from each pair, chosen by a panel of 1,000 viewers, qualified for the final, along with two losing songs which were given wildcards.

The gentle, melodic song was given a sophisticated, understated stage presentation with Krüger seated at a grand piano.

At the close of voting "For vår jord" had picked up 88 points (including a maximum 12 from the United Kingdom), placing Norway 5th of the 21 entries.