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.

Symbiotic control of Pierce's Disease.

PIs: Thomas Miller

Collaborators: Frank Richards; David Lampe; Angray Kang; Robert Rose; Steven Lindow;

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: USDA APHIS Fund
  • Budget: $1,207,008.00
  • Start date: Jan. 1, 2006
  • Stop date: Jan. 1, 2009
  • Status: APPROVED