The glassy-winged sharpshooter vector of xylella fastidiosa harbors a phytoreovirus
- Author(s): Stenger, DC; Sisterson, MS; Krugner, R; Backus, EA; Hunter, WB;
- 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.
