<h1>Commerce Department Launches TMA Scheme to Support Agricultural Exporters, Offset Transport Costs; Claims via DGFT.</h1> The Department of Commerce has introduced the Transport and Marketing Assistance (TMA) scheme to aid exporters of specified agricultural products. The scheme aims to offset high transportation costs and promote Indian agricultural brands internationally. It covers registered exporters under the Foreign Trade Policy for exports made from March 1, 2019, to March 31, 2020. Assistance is provided as partial reimbursement of freight costs, varying by region and mode of transport. Certain products and export categories, such as those from SEZs or involving prohibited items, are excluded. The scheme requires claims to be processed through DGFT, with penalties for non-compliance.