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.

Investigation of genetic variability and gene expression differences among Xylella fastidiosa strains in Texas.

PIs: Lisa Morano, Blake Bextine

Collaborators: Mark Black;

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: USDA APHIS Fund
  • Budget: $125,228.00
  • Start date: 2006-01-01
  • Stop date: 2009-01-01
  • Status: APPROVED
  • Funded by: USDA Texas Fund
  • Budget: $166,228.00
  • Start date: 2007-01-01
  • Stop date: 2009-01-01
  • Status: APPROVED