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Detailed analysis of the IUNG research data allowed to identify the needs and activities for rational use of agricultural production area in Poland. Self-efficiency in food production was considered as a main indicator to evaluating different development and change options depending on given consumption model. It is evident that maintaining self-efficiency in food production in Poland will require significant improvement of management practices, as the large areas of poor quality soils will no langer be used for agricultural purposes. Sustainable development as well as the proper use of agricultural production area in Poland require an implementation of integrated rural development programs.