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.

Effects of juvenile hormone analogs on survival and reproductive status of GWSS, Homalodisca coagulata.

PIs: Russell Mizell

Collaborators: Christopher Tipping; Tobin Northfield; Wayne Hunter;

Reports:
  • None

Funding sources:

  • Funded by: CDFA PD/GWSS Board
  • Budget: $56,326.00
  • Start date: Jan. 1, 2005
  • Stop date: Jan. 1, 2006
  • Status: APPROVED