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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  • Name:
    Yuan X
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June 1, 2009 Central american origin of the bacterial pathogen causing pierce's disease of grape Phytopathology Stouthamer, R; Nunney, Leonard; Hartung, J.; Montero-Astua, M; Yuan X; Bromley R;