A few reasons, actually. Local, raw honey isn't filtered or heated to high temps (which causes honey to lose its natural flavors. ), so the honey's many health benefits are protected. Honey is also good for allergies that are unique to your geographical location. Buying local honey ensures that those allergens are part of that same honey to combat it. And honey, in general, has lots of uses and benefits. It's better for blood sugar levels than regular sugar and is rich in antioxidants. Many antidotes for a cough include honey, which is also used for wound and burn treatments.  That was a long answer, but the bottom line is that you always want to keep honey, specifically local honey, in your cupboard.