The Iowa Biotechnology Association’s “Partnering for Growth” forum April 1 in Ankeny will feature Gov. Terry Branstad and representatives of Monsanto, Harrisvaccines and NewLink Genetics. Wendy Wintersteen, dean of Iowa State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences;  Debi Durham, director of the Iowa Economic Development Authority; and Jim Lane, editor and publisher of Biofuels Digest, also will speak. The event is billed as a biotechnology summit targeted to senior leaders in biotech who have funding, human resources, issues management, business development and research responsibilities. The event runs from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the FFA Enrichment Center, Des Moines Area Community College, 1055 S.W. Prairie Trail Parkway.