What's that in the nest box?

Andy Hill says you need to read this guide to lash eggs so they never come as a surprise!

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Every so often, a hen keeper is brought up short by an oddity in the nest box.

Not an egg. Not a dropping. Instead, something in-between - a pale, fleshy lump that looks unnervingly like sausage meat (and no, it's not breakfast). If you've ever found one, you'll know the mix of curiosity and queasiness it inspires. And you’re far from alone. Known as “lash eggs,” these peculiar objects recently became the subject of our most-read BHWT email ever - a reminder that even the most seasoned keeper can be surprised by their flock.