Genome editing is the technology using sequence specific nucleases to modify the target genes of organisms. In recent years, genome editing technology represented by the CRISPR/Cas system has been rapidly developed due to its accurate, efficient and easy handling. Genome editing provides important tools for research of gene function, disease treatment and plant molecular breeding. At the same time, genome-edited products appeared in large numbers would have higher demands for the supervision of government departments. In this review, we summarize three types of genome editing technology and products. We also introduce regulations of some countries and economies in genome-edited plants and corresponding products. Several detection technologies for genome-edited plants and products are also introduced. This review can provide suggestions for supervision department of GM plant products and technical reserve for testing organizations.

genome editing  /  CRISPR  /  supervision  /  detection method  /  transgene