Although H5N1 remains rare in humans, its detection in cattle has raised alarm among public health experts, prompting calls for closer monitoring of those in direct contact with livestock.
Because this is an emerging pathogen in cattle, no approved vaccines currently exist.
In recent months, the avian influenza pandemic has resulted in the loss of tens of millions of birds worldwide.
Since December 2020, the country has recorded 475 HPAI outbreaks, impacting over 2.47 million birds.
Industry representatives say the move will help maintain the country’s poultry supply and reinforce confidence in vaccination as a viable method of disease control.
Officials noted that the site where the case emerged had previously reported bird flu in poultry, suggesting a possible transmission route.