Huon Aquaculture has vowed it will not be distracted by Andrew Forrest’s attempt to derail its takeover by Brazilian meat processing giant JBS, revealing Mr Forrest’s private vehicle Tattarang made a lower takeover offer for the company some months ago.

Dr Forrest, who holds an 18.5 per cent stake in Huon, last week launched a national campaign against JBS, demanding the group commit to enhanced animal welfare standards across its global business.