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.

Enhancement of diagnostic capabilities in the Texas plant disease diagnostic laboratory.

PIs: David Appel, Ed Hellman

Collaborators: Jim Kamas;

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: USDA APHIS Fund
  • Budget: $80,000.00
  • Start date: Jan. 1, 2008
  • Stop date: Jan. 1, 2009
  • Status: APPROVED