Insect transmission and genotypic variation of pecan pathogenic xylella fastidiosa strains in louisiana
- Author(s): Melanson, RA; Gil, S; Ham, J; Sanderlin, RS;
- Abstract:
- Publication Date: Feb 2010
- Journal: Phytopathology
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.
