Pierce's Disease
Research Updates

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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.

glassy-winged sharpshooter

Costs of Pierce's disease in the California grape and wine industry and benefits from the Pierce's Disease Control Program and R&D (23-0718)

PIs: Julian Alston

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Funding Sources:

  • Funded by: CDFA - Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board
  • Budget: $74,923
  • Start date: December 01, 2023
  • Stop date: November 30, 2024
  • Status: APPROVED