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.

Exploiting pathogen signal molecules for control of PD.

PIs: Steven Lindow

Reports:

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: CDFA PD/GWSS Board
  • Budget: $236,500.00
  • Start date: July 1, 2008
  • Stop date: June 30, 2010
  • Status: APPROVED