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Births and deaths are a normal part of life. They also have an impact on the number of population of a country. Around a half of deaths in Estonia are caused by diseases of the circulatory system, followed by cancers. The number of deaths caused by cancers gradually increases with age. The causes of death are very different by age. Almost a half of the deaths of children and young people are a result of accidents. Deaths caused by accidents decrease with age. The data on the deaths of Estonian inhabitants help to predict population change and implement measures to prevent early deaths.

Libraries have an important role in the society: to preserve cultural heritage and make information available everywhere in Estonia. Libraries also help people navigate the information society, support lifelong learning and develop reading habits. Estonia’s library network functions on the basis of common principles and long traditions, ensuring that people have free access to information. Libraries have also become community centres where various events take place and other services are offered. One in two people in Estonia visits libraries. The statistics on libraries and books provide

Agriculture is one of the traditional economic activities in Estonia. It has provided us with food for millennia. Agriculture continues to be important in Estonia, supplying food for not just our own people but for other countries as well, and providing jobs for many local people. The statistics give an overview of agriculture in Estonia by month, quarter and year. Statistics Estonia publishes agricultural indicators for Estonia as a whole and for counties, covering: crop farming (areas, production, fertilisation) animal farming (livestock, production, purchase prices) milk use (production of

The focus of the global goal “Responsible Consumption and Production” is sustainable production and consumption patterns, more efficient use of resources and activities that reduce human impact on the environment and health. The 2030 Agenda lays down implementing the 10-Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns. The essence of the programmes is sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources. Food waste must be reduced by a half and food losses must be reduced in production and supply chains. The agenda highlights the need for environmentally