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National Diagnostic Protocol 6 – Pierce’s disease

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Describes the sample collection, isolation and methods used to identify Xylella fastidiosa, the cause of Pierce's disease. Focuses on Xylella isolated from grapevine material.

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Author(s): Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostics

Published: 18 February, 2010

Date added: 21 March, 2025