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:
    Li, B
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2010-02-17 Spread of xylella fastidiosa in a pecan orchard and presence of potential vectors in orchards Phytopathology Sanderlin, RS; Li, B; Melanson, RA; Gil, S;