Pierce's Disease
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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

Detection of Xylella fastidiosa in Weeds and Sharpshooters in Orange Groves Affected with Citrus Variegated Chlorosis in Misiones, Argentina.


  • Author(s): Coll, O.;
  • Abstract:
  • Publication Date: Jan 2000
  • Journal: Proceedings Of The 14Th Conference Of The International Organization Of Citrus Virologists