Analysis of demand and supply on Capsicum Annuum in Perlis using Geographic Information System application / Nur Izzati Inani Norzaimi

Capsicum Annuum, commonly known as chili pepper or capsicum, is a plant species that produces various types of peppers, including both sweet and hot varieties. In Malaysia, Capsicum Annuum specifically refers to red chili peppers. Due to its spiciness and flavour, Capsicum Annuum is highly sought after in Malaysian cuisine. However, the local supply of Capsicum Annuum falls short of meeting the strong demand. To address this disparity between supply and demand, the study focuses on the northern region of Peninsular Malaysia, namely Perlis. This study aims to utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) for conducting a spatial analysis of Capsicum Annuum distribution in Perlis. To achieve this aim, the objectives of the study are to analyze the demand and supply of Capsicum Annuum in Perlis using a GIS application and to create a spatial relationship between the demand and supply of Capsicum Annuum among the local community and supplier. The hypothesis posits that when demand surpasses supply, it leads to higher local market prices. By leveraging Geographic Information System (GIS), this research aims to enhance income and employment opportunities by raising awareness about the existing supply shortage and encouraging young individuals to participate in the expansion of Capsicum Annuum distribution, thus reducing dependency on imports.