QED is in charge of food testing and analysis. QED conducts research to establish technically relevant and internationally acceptable standards for traditional foods. It evaluates the industry problems related to the chemical, microbiological, micro-analytical, physical, and sensory properties of food and food products.

QED performs chemical, microbiological, micro-analytical, physical, and sensory evaluation and package testing of food and food products in relation to their suitability for export marketing and for the local industry.