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

A screen for Xylella fastidiosa genes involved in transmission by insect vectors.

PIs: Steven Lindow; Alexander Purcell

Reports:

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Funding Sources:

  • Funded by: CDFA - Pierce's Disease and Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board
  • Budget: $123,782
  • Start date: July 01, 2004
  • Stop date: October 31, 2006
  • Status: APPROVED