Livestock epigenetics / edited by Hasan Khatib. [electronic resource] Khatib, Hasan. Livestock Genetics. Livestock Embryology. Epigenesis. Epigenesis, Genetic. Livestock genetics. Livestock embryology. SF756.5 .L58 2012eb 636.089/6042 23 636.089 Q2 Includes bibliographical references and index. Livestock Epigenetics is the first book to review advances in the understanding of the molecular basis of epigenetic mechanisms in gene expression in livestock species. Epigenetics impact many economically important traits from growth and development to more efficient reproduction and breeding strategies. The book opens with a broad introductory chapter that discusses the importance of an understanding of epigenetics to efficient and sustainable livestock production. In subsequent chapters the role of epigenetics in specific aspects of animal production are reviewed. The final chapter will pro. Hoboken : Wiley-Blackwell, 2012. 2012. 2012 Text 1 online resource (xii, 182, [16] pages of plates) : http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/book/10.1002/9781119949930 eng