In this study, for the first time in Austria, a detailed analysis of balance sheet data was made for three important elements of the value chain: Food production excluding feed, restaurants and hotels, inns and guesthouses. The period covers the period up to 2019, thus reflecting the situation before the COVID 19 crisis.

- In the years before Corona, the industry developed positively,
- In a sector comparison with the market-oriented economy, restaurants and hotels have a more difficult starting position.
- Micro enterprises are particularly challenged.