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Dharwad/Hubballi: The University of Agricultural Sciences in Dharwad is now equipped with a new centre to provide accurate information on weather. In the recent past, farmers, particularly in North Karnataka, have been facing the wrath of nature. It would then send that data back to Bengaluru, which would disseminate it to farmers through various channels. During monsoon, gusty winds, powerful lightning too are playing spoilsport causing huge damage to life and property. The centre will also keep farmers abreast about the right timing of using pesticide, harvesting, etc.,” he added.“Earlier we used to gather weather reports from each district and send it to India Meteorological Department (IMD)..