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.

Insect vector management in grape

PIs: Forrest Mitchell

Collaborators: David Appel; Mark Black; Jim Kamas; Lisa Morano; Blake Bextine; Simon Sheather; Ed Hellman;

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: USDA Texas Fund
  • Budget: $399,617.00
  • Start date: Dec. 1, 2006
  • Stop date: Dec. 1, 2009
  • Status: APPROVED