I asked the OU and they said it’s “only necessary when there are holes in beans or when they’ve been stored for a long time or in warm conditions.” You can check out OU Kosher’s bug book for guidelines on checking food for bugs.
The words of this author reflect his/her own opinions and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Orthodox Union.
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