This article aims to identify and characterize determinants of technology transfer, from the perspective of agro-industrial firms operating in Brazil, and under the light of the core theoretical concepts. By reaching this objective, the article provides a basis for studies and practices relating to technological change in the agrifood sector. Particularly, it may help in defining or reformulating public policies favorable for the generation and application of technologies in the Brazilian food industry.This article aims to identify and characterize determinants of technology transfer, from the perspective of agro-industrial firms operating in Brazil, and under the light of the core theoretical concepts. By reaching this objective, the article provides a basis for studies and practices relating to technological change in the agrifood sector. Particularly, it may help in defining or reformulating public policies favorable for the generation and application of technologies in the Brazilian food industry.Este artigo objetiva identificar e caracterizar determinantes da transferência de tecnologia à luz dos conceitos teóricos básicos e na ótica de empresas agroindustriais que atuam no Brasil. Ao alcançar este objetivo, o artigo apresenta uma base para estudos e práticas referentes à mudança tecnológica no setor agroalimentar. Particularmente, ele pode auxiliar na definição ou reformulação de políticas públicas favoráveis para a geração e aplicação de tecnologias na agroindústria brasileira de alimentos.