Critical Review of the Dynamics of D. citri in Persian Lime (Citrus × latifolia Tan): Foundations for Predictive and Adaptive Management in Central Veracruz, Mexico

The spatiotemporal dynamics of pest and disease development are closely linked to ecological factors. In the case of Huanglongbing (HLB) disease and its vector, the Asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri), it depends on the host plant’s phenology, such as that of the Persian lemon (Citrus × latifolia Tan). Globally, the presence of this insect has increased in various citrus-growing regions, notably in Mexico’s Gulf Coast, particularly in central Veracruz. Despite extensive research on D. citri, no studies have reported specific data on the implementation of management strategies in the citrus region of Martínez de la Torre-Misantla, Veracruz. Nor have modeling and life cycle projection studies of the psyllid been developed to enable a comprehensive understanding of this area. This study aims to conduct a critical review of research from the past 10 years on D. citri in citrus-growing areas where it is present, with an emphasis on the center of Veracruz, Mexico, and to highlight relevant methodological findings for the prevention, management, and control of the insect. Results from dif ferent regions of the world are compared, identifying similarities that have facilitated ef fective management and gaps in the application of new techniques for its control. To achieve this, a search was conducted across various bibliographic databases, limiting results to the last ten years and adjusting inclusion criteria to obtain pertinent information. Subsequently, a specific sample was selected to identify the documents most relevant to the study’s objective. Opportunities to strengthen integrated vector management are discussed, along with the necessary lines of research for developing predictive management schemes in the center of Veracruz.