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.

Identification of molecular markers in the grapevine's response to infection by Xylella fastidiosa

PIs: Douglas Adams

Collaborators: Andrew Walker;

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: USDA APHIS Fund
  • Budget: $52,879.00
  • Start date: Jan. 1, 2001
  • Stop date: Jan. 1, 2003
  • Status: APPROVED