Potential Implications and Management of Grapevine Viruses in Mexico: A Review

Worldwide, virus infections in grapevines are of concern due to the potential for economic loss. Although grape industry Mexico is relatively small and focused mainly on local market, production dates back time Spanish colonization. This manuscript discusses findings grapevine viruses Mexico. Nine have been identified last fifty years, including red blotch (GRBV), leafroll-associated 3 (GLRaV-3), fanleaf (GFLV), A (GVA). Important information provided about these viral pathogens that not yet reported Mexico, but represent an ongoing threat plant health other viticultural regions world. Strategies control vineyards described. The discussed here should be shared with growers stakeholders prevent future negative impacts Mexican save ancient accessions.