Have you used Bagnouls-Gaussen index for classification of dry months within the year? I know the basis, but need some reliable references, especially considering plant/crop ecology and/or cultivation.
Yes, the Bagnouls-Gaussen index is commonly used to classify dry months within the year in the context of plant ecology and crop cultivation. This index helps identify and understand dry periods in a region, which can be crucial in agricultural planning and the selection of suitable crop varieties.
Reliable references for further information on the use of the Bagnouls-Gaussen index in classifying dry months and its applications in plant ecology and crop cultivation can be found in scientific literature, textbooks, or related research articles. Some references that may be useful include:
Bagnouls, F., & Gaussen, H. (1957). Bioclimatologie: Essai de classification des climats. Masson.
Monteith, J. L. (1972). Solar radiation and productivity in tropical ecosystems. Journal of Applied Ecology, 9(3), 747-766.
Thornthwaite, C. W. (1948). An approach toward a rational classification of climate. Geographical Review, 38(1), 55-94.
Penman, H. L. (1948). Natural evaporation from open water, bare soil, and grass. Proceedings of the Royal Society of London. Series A. Mathematical and Physical Sciences, 193(1032), 120-145.