Why is this egg in front of the nest box?

Photo: Marcel Berendsen

If eggs in front of the nest box is a frequent occurrence, what is the cause and what can you do to prevent it?

Ask yourself the following questions:  What do I see?   What does it mean?   What should I do?

This is Practical guide to improving egg quality

LOOK: You see several eggs in front of the nest boxes.

THINK: Nest boxes are often closed between 15:00 and sunrise to prevent the birds from soiling them. If the nest stays closed too long in the morning, some hens will lay their eggs in front of the door.

ACT: If you see that happening often, open the nest boxes a bit earlier.