news and research about Pierce's Disease

What is Pierce's Disease?

Pierce’s Disease is a bacterial infection, which is spread by bugs that feed on grapevines, particularly the "glassy winged sharpshooter." Grapevines that become infected with PD can quickly become sick and die.

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    Viveros, MA
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March 1, 2008 Effects of almond leaf scorch disease on almond yield: implications for management Plant disease Sisterson, MS; Chen, JC; Viveros, MA; Civerolo, EL; Ledbetter, C; Groves, RL;