In the rural area of Boa Vista, a farmer named Felipe Vicentini Santi has adopted innovative agricultural technology to enhance cucumber production. Utilizing a semi-hydroponic system, he integrates sand and rice husk in a unique growing medium that allows for improved nutritional control and reduced disease incidence compared to traditional soil planting. This method was featured on the program Amazônia Agro, highlighting its potential benefits.

Unlike conventional farming methods where plants grow directly in soil, Santi's approach involves cultivating cucumbers in a prepared base consisting of half sand and half rice husk. The cucumbers are grown in a greenhouse equipped with an automated system that delivers nutrient-enriched water five times a day, ensuring optimal support for the plants' growth. This precision in cultivation leads to enhanced control over plant development and significantly increases overall productivity.

Currently, Santi's farm has approximately 300 cucumber plants each capable of producing nearly 8 kilograms of cucumbers throughout their growing period. By implementing this innovative technique, he hopes not only to boost his yields but also to serve as an example of modern agricultural practices that can be adopted by other local farmers to improve output and sustainability in the region.