1.By using organic compost e.g farmyard manure as a conditioner.
2.By using lime to raise the pH of the clay soil which thus loosens.
3.By adding sand to the clay soil which helps improve drainage.
4.By using barks of various trees ground together which improves structure of the soil.
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