By Andre’ Williams—  Authorities have suggested that the alleged presence of plastic rice in Jamaica could be the result of local manufacturing. “If there is plastic rice it can be made here,” Karlene Henry, deputy CEO of operations at Jamaica Custom told journalist at a press conference on Monday. The local authorities are holding their breaths that the alleged ‘fake’ rice assertion currently being examined in Jamaica does not hold true as agencies undertake test to determine their next move. Jamaica Customs said that if the plastic rice is smuggled in, it will be difficult for the state agency to track. A temporary ban has been placed on the clearance of rice at all ports of entry following reports that plastic rice has been found in Manchester. Jamaica Customs said that the Bureau of Standards and Food Storage … Read entire article »