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.

Overwintering biology of the GWSS in California?s San Joaquin Valley: factors limiting vector movement and distribution.

PIs: Russell Groves, Marshall Johnson, Elaine Backus, Kent Daane

Collaborators: Jennifer Hashim; Glenn Yokota; Elaine Shapland; Youngsoo Son; James Hagler; Valarie Fournier; Robert Luck;

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: CDFA PD/GWSS Board
  • Budget: $108,589.00
  • Start date: Jan. 1, 2005
  • Stop date: Jan. 1, 2007
  • Status: APPROVED