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.

The development of Pierce's Disease in xylem: the roles of vessel cavitation, cell wall metabolism and vessel occlusion

PIs: John Labavitch, Mark Matthews

Collaborators: Neil Price; Carl Greve; Bruce Kirkpatrick;

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: USDA APHIS Fund
  • Budget: $274,644.00
  • Start date: Jan. 1, 2001
  • Stop date: Jan. 1, 2004
  • Status: APPROVED