Breeding winegrapes with resistance to pierce's disease
- Author(s): Riaz, S; Tenscher, AC; Graziani, R; Walker, MA;
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- Publication Date: Feb 2010
- Journal: American Journal Of Enology And Viticulture
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.
