The 5th IDF International Mastitis Conference 2010 will report on innovative research and other advances in the understanding of mastitis being achieved worldwide. It will attract academic and technical leaders in this field from all over the world to discuss progress since the 2005 meeting in Maastricht, and offers the premier networking opportunity of the year. Keynote speakers will discuss the topical industry issues including environment, economics, mastitis and milk quality along with farming perspectives and animal welfare. Delegates can expect exposure to new understanding, reports on new technologies and networking within the international community active in mastitis research and extension.