Allan Wright (farmer)
Sir Allan Wright | |
|---|---|
Wright in 1993 | |
| President of Federated Farmers | |
| In office 1977–1981 | |
| Preceded by | John Kneebone |
| Succeeded by | Rob Storey |
| 5th Chair of Lincoln College Council | |
| In office 1986–1989 | |
| Preceded by | Sid Hurst |
| Succeeded by | Position abolished |
| 1st Chancellor of Lincoln University | |
| In office 1990–1994 | |
| Succeeded by | Malcolm Cameron |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Allan Frederick Wright 25 March 1929 Darfield, New Zealand |
| Died | 27 November 2022 (aged 93) |
| Spouse |
Dorothy June Netting
(m. 1953) |
| Children | 5 |
| Relatives |
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| Education | Christ's College |
| Occupation | Farmer |
Sir Allan Frederick Wright KBE (25 March 1929 – 27 November 2022) was a New Zealand farming leader and businessman. He was president of Federated Farmers between 1977 and 1981, and served as the first chancellor of Lincoln University.