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.

Sharpshooter feeding behavior in relation to transmission of Pierce's Disease bacterium

PIs: Elaine Backus

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: UC PD Fund
  • Budget: $150,000.00
  • Start date: Jan. 1, 2002
  • Stop date: Jan. 1, 2003
  • Status: APPROVED